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Dr Saurabh Sethi shares 9 essential things to know about your liver. (Pixabay) <\/p>\nYour liver works quietly around the clock, processing everything you eat and drink throughout the day. While it has an incredible ability to regenerate, everyday habits – from poor sleep and late-night meals to exposure to toxins – can add strain over time. Taking care of this vital organ is essential for long-term health, and understanding how it functions can help you make smarter choices.<\/p>\n
Dr Saurabh Sethi shares 9 essential things to know about your liver. (Pixabay) <\/p>\n
Also Read | Fortis gastroenterologist says ‘sweets are more harmful than you think’; shares the right way to eat them this Diwali<\/a><\/p>\n Dr Saurabh Sethi, a gastroenterologist trained at AIIMS<\/a>, Harvard and Stanford Universities, is breaking down nine essential facts you need to know about your liver<\/a>. <\/p>\n In an Instagram post shared on October 19, the gastroenterologist explains that while the liver has the incredible power to regenerate, habits like poor sleep, late-night eating, and exposure to toxins can compromise its efficiency over time.<\/p>\n Your liver can regenerate<\/p>\n According to Dr Sethi, the liver can regenerate damaged cells, but that does not make it invincible. He explains, \u201cIt\u2019s not invincible, and it can regrow damaged cells, but chronic injury leads to scarring that can\u2019t be reversed.\u201d<\/p>\n Coffee is liver medicine<\/p>\n Dr Sethi states that coffee isn\u2019t just a morning pick-me-up or a fix for the afternoon slump – it can actually act as medicine for the liver. He states, \u201cThree plus cups daily (is) linked to 40 percent lower risk of cirrhosis and liver cancer. Just skip the sugar and cream.\u201d He also cautions that individual caffeine sensitivity varies, and excessive coffee intake may cause insomnia, palpitations, or anxiety<\/a>.<\/p>\n Fatty liver<\/p>\n The gastroenterologist highlights that cases of fatty liver<\/a> are more common than you think, even among non-drinkers. He states, \u201cFatty liver affects one in three adults, even non-drinkers. Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is skyrocketing and often remains silent until serious damage.\u201d<\/p>\n Liver processes everything<\/p>\n Dr Sethi warns that everything you swallow is processed by the liver, including your medications. He stresses, \u201cOver-the-counter painkillers like acetaminophen in high doses can cause deadly liver damage. Always confirm the correct dosage with your doctor.\u201d<\/p>\n Liver and sleep<\/p>\n Your sleep quality is directly linked to liver repair. The gastroenterologist explains that poor sleep can disrupt liver metabolism<\/a>, hampering the organ\u2019s ability to clear toxins effectively. He recommends getting seven to nine hours of sleep every day, without compromise.<\/p>\n The liver clock<\/p>\n According to Dr Sethi, your liver has its own clock, and hence the circadian rhythm matters. He highlights, \u201cEating late at night stresses your liver\u2019s natural detox cycle, increasing fat accumulation.\u201d<\/p>\n Common household chemicals, including cleaning products, pesticides, and even some cosmetics contain toxins that the liver must filter, adding extra strain to the organ. The gastroenterologist recommends opting for natural alternatives instead.<\/p>\n Supplements<\/p>\n![\"Knowing](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/liver_graphic_1760856762934.png\" "\\"Knowing")
Knowing how your liver functions is key to protecting its health.(Image generated via Google Gemini) Hidden liver killers<\/p>\n