Cod liver oil is rich in vitamins A and D; it supports growth and helps prevent certain infectious diseases. Its antioxidant properties give it benefits that stimulate the immune system and are good for the skin. It is also beneficial for the joints, since it is rich in omega-3s. And finally, this oil can help fight cardiovascular disease.
For prevention, a three-month course is recommended, with one capsule a day in the middle of breakfast.
As a treatment, to boost the immune system, especially during cold periods when viruses are circulating, the dosage will be two capsules a day.
Finally, for a greater need or to treat a specific condition, one can go up to three capsules a day.
For children, the dose should not exceed one capsule a day.
What the science says: liver
What published research says about the remedies mentioned above, for context — these studies concern material causes; healing belongs to Allah.
The liver
Silymarin from milk thistle improves liver markers in fatty liver disease and various liver conditions according to meta-analyses (Ann Hepatol, 2024) (World J Gastroenterol, 2017); the Mediterranean diet (olive oil, vegetables, fish) reduces liver fat (Clin Nutr, 2022). Artichoke, black radish, rosemary, and dandelion are the traditional detoxifiers; fasting gives the liver a rest. Precaution: viral hepatitis or cirrhosis should be followed by a specialist; some plants are hepatotoxic (comfrey, greater celandine, kava) — do not improvise.
