The liver, your largest internal organ, performs many vital functions, including ridding the body of harmful chemicals, aiding in digestion and producing important proteins.

The most common contagious diseases are categorized as bacterial, viral, fungal and protozoan. Bacteria are tiny organisms that are pathogenic (cause infectious diseases) or beneficial (aid in digestion).

Just as you eat to nourish the rest of your body, you must also nourish your brain. Protein, fat, carbohydrate, vitamins and minerals provide nutrients that keep your brain functioning, prevent deficiencies and promote the activities of substances known as neurotransmitters -- the chemical messengers in the brain.

A colonoscopy is used to detect colon abnormalities, growths and cancer. Your colon must be as clear as possible for an accurate assessment. Colonoscopy preparation involves following a special diet and taking laxatives to clear your large bowel.

The spleen is a lymphatic organ located in the body's upper left abdominal quadrant. It filters and stores red blood cells, removes bacteria and other microorganisms and produces white blood cells for immunity.

Kidney cysts are small, liquid-filled sacs in the kidneys that are rather common, particularly in elderly individuals. The causes of these cysts are not known, but they may be due to calcium deposits in the kidneys or a genetic disorder. Simple kidney cysts do not cause symptoms and are benign.

Infectious mononucleosis, commonly abbreviated as just "mono," is a viral illness caused by the Epstein-Barr virus. It is one of the most common viral illnesses in humans. One of the effects of this infection is liver inflammation.

Although fenugreek is commonly used in cooking, it also has long history of medicinal use and has been studied for the treatment of various conditions, including high cholesterol and diabetes.

We want to do whatever we can to keep our liver in tip-top shape to produce chemicals that heal our bodies and allow us to perform at our best.