5 Most Harmful Substances for the Liver
Laura Schneider
2026-03-22
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The liver constitutes one of the fundamental organs in the human body, performing numerous key functions. To ensure its functionality, it is necessary to abstain from numerous substances that have a negative impact on its condition and may lead to various liver diseases such as fatty liver disease, inflammation, fibrosis, and liver failure.
Structure of the liver
The liver is the largest internal organ in the human body, weighing approximately 1.5 kg. It primarily consists of hepatocytes (80%), stellate cells (16%) and biliary epithelial cells (4%). The liver is surrounded by a serous membrane, under which lies the subserous tissue and fibrous membrane. The organ is divided into four lobes: the right, left, caudate and quadrate lobes, with the majority located on the right side of the abdominal cavity, under the diaphragm (A. Michajlik, W. Ramatowski 1998; B. Gołąb, W. Graczyk 1997).
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