How Well Do You Know Your Pancreas

WHAT IS YOUR PANCREAS AND WHY IS IT IMPORTANT?

The pancreas produces the body’s most important enzymes. The enzymes are designed to digest proteins, carbohydrates, and fats.  It also makes insulin so the body can use glucose as fuel. That is a pretty important organ and need to be taken care of. How do you show this important organ love? Eat healthy, natural food, not processed, chemical-laden food.

What is it’s Function?

It is part of the digestive system and produces important enzymes and hormones that help break down foods.

Healthy Foods 

• Blueberries & Cherries – provide antioxidants and helps prevent cell damage
• Broccoli – powerful anti cancer properties
• Garlic & Onions
• Red Grapes – antioxidants
• Red Reishi Mushrooms – help to restore balance in the body
• Spinach – iron & vitamin B to nourish the pancreas
• Sweet potato, tomato
• Yogurt with active cultures – helps digestive system