The Liver

body · organs · super useful

Natural cleaner. The liver helps detoxify your body, filtering out things you don't need so you stay healthy.

Tucked under ribs. In humans, the liver sits in the upper right side of your belly, mostly protected by your lower right ribs.

Energy storage. It stores nutrients like glucose and glycogen, saving up energy your body can use later.

Protein maker. Your liver builds many proteins and chemicals that help with digestion and growth.

Blood recycler. It breaks down old red blood cells, helping recycle the parts your body can reuse.