HUMAN NUTRITION

NUTRITION

DIGESTIVE SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Poisons are made harmless in the body by:
A
Kidneys
B
Liver
C
Small intestine
D
Large intestine
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The liver filters toxins through the sinusoid channels, which are lined with immune cells called Kupffer cells . These engulf the toxin, digest it and excrete it. This process is called phagocytosis.

Detailed explanation-2: -When the liver helps produce energy for the body by metabolizing fat, carbohydrates and proteins, a toxic substance called ammonia is a by-product of this process.

Detailed explanation-3: -The liver normally removes and breaks down most drugs and chemicals from your bloodstream. Breaking down toxins creates byproducts that can damage the liver. Although the liver has a great capacity for regeneration, constant exposure to toxic substances can cause serious, sometimes irreversible harm.

Detailed explanation-4: -Lungs aside, the three major organs that eliminate waste and harmful substances are the liver, kidneys and colon.

Detailed explanation-5: -Your liver represents the human body’s primary filtration system, converting toxins into waste products, cleansing your blood, and metabolizing nutrients and medications to provide the body with some of its most important proteins.

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