What behavior is most damaging to the liver? Many people think of drinking alcohol, after all, alcohol has a high presence in daily life. However, in reality, some behaviors that men engage in when waking up can be more damaging to the liver than drinking alcohol, yet many men still enjoy doing them. If not corrected in time, the liver may end up “failing.”
Three habits men have when waking up that are more damaging to the liver than drinking alcohol
The first bad habit is holding urine. Many men stay up late at night and in the morning, they hope to get more sleep, even if they feel the urge to urinate, they lack the motivation to use the restroom and would rather hold their urine and continue sleeping. This approach may seem harmless, as long as the urine is voided upon waking up. However, consistently holding urine can lead to urinary retention in the bladder, which continuously breeds bacteria. If the bacteria enter the kidneys, they can cause certain damage to the kidneys. Holding urine harms not only the kidneys but also the liver. If urine is not voided promptly, the toxins in it may be reabsorbed by the body, indirectly increasing the pressure on liver detoxification. Over time, this may lead to liver toxicity.
The second bad habit is smoking upon waking up. Some seasoned smokers like to light a cigarette right after waking up, feeling refreshed and clear-headed after smoking. However, this behavior actually inflicts significant harm on the liver. Nighttime is when the liver detoxifies, and in the morning, the liver finally gets to rest a bit, lowering its guard. Smoking at this time allows harmful gases to enter the body directly, causing damage to the liver.
The third bad habit is skipping breakfast when waking up. There are too many men who do not like to have breakfast in life. Some men think it’s better to sleep a little longer than to eat breakfast, while others feel that since they will eat lunch anyway, skipping breakfast doesn’t matter. This seemingly common behavior can indirectly harm your liver. The body needs energy support during normal activities. Skipping breakfast means the body lacks energy, so it must rely on liver glycogen to function normally. Over time, the burden on the liver will become heavier.
Most men probably have these three habits. If you want to protect your liver from injury, it’s best to change them early. Morning behaviors greatly influence men’s health. To keep the liver healthy, consider the following.
Develop a habit of timely bowel movements after waking up. After a night of metabolism, the body needs to expel waste and toxins. By having a bowel movement in the morning, you can eliminate these substances, easing the burden on the liver. Establish a routine of daily bowel movements. Over time, it will become a habit, and you will feel the urge to use the restroom at specific times, avoiding constipation.
Drink a cup of warm water after waking up. This not only replenishes the body’s missing fluids but also dilutes the blood, promoting blood circulation. Drinking warm water in the morning can accelerate the elimination of toxins and waste from the body, cleanse the intestines, benefit your health, and have certain advantages for the liver.
It is up to all of us to safeguard the health of the liver. Just saying “take care of your liver” is not enough to keep the liver healthy. Men should refrain from smoking and skipping breakfast when waking up. It’s best to have meals on time, have regular bowel movements, drink warm water, and adopt these habits to protect liver health. Paying attention to changes in your body regularly is essential. If you notice any significant abnormalities, seek prompt examination to identify the cause and receive appropriate treatment.
