Your legs are screaming “HELP!”: 5 warning signs from your liver.

Have you noticed unusual changes in your legs: nighttime swelling, vascular abnormalities, or itching? These are often attributed to fatigue or aging. But did you know that your legs can be an important indicator of your liver’s health? This organ works tirelessly to neutralize toxins and regulate metabolism. When it starts to suffer, your legs are often the first to sound the alarm.

Why the legs?

Gravity: Blood and fluid accumulate more easily in the lower limbs.

Circulation: The liver is essential for protein synthesis and regulating portal vein pressure. Its disorders directly affect the veins in the legs.

Metabolism: The liver produces proteins that retain fluid in the blood vessels. If deficient, the fluid “leaks” into the tissues.