11. Ginger Root
Ginger contains gingerol and the other active compounds that have antioxidant-like properties that can help manage oxidative stress in the body and support liver health. Gingerol is also responsible for ginger’s touted ability to aid digestion and stimulate bile production.
Ginger possesses diaphoretic properties, meaning it can support healthy blood flow. Gingerol, one of the main pungent oils in ginger, can manage the production of leukotriene and prostaglandin compounds in the body which can impact blood flow.
12. L-Cysteine
Cysteine is an amino acid that is used to make glutathione, a major antioxidant in the body. Glutathione plays a key role in the liver detoxification processes. Cysteine is found in most high-protein foods and is also produced in the body from methionine, an essential amino acid.
Supplementation of cysteine is most common in the form of N-acetyl-L-cysteine, or NAC. At this time, NAC appears to be more bioavailable than glutathione in the supplement form and therefore a better supplement to boost glutathione. Supplementation of NAC has been shown to support healthy levels of liver markers.