Along with the stomach, esophagus, intestines, gallbladder and pancreas, the liver is one of the main components in the gastrointestinal tract.

The liver plays a large role in the control of one’s metabolism, protein production and body detoxification.

Obesity—having too much toxic visceral fat—is harmful because it secretes dangerous hormones and inflammatory chemicals.

The blood that circulates through visceral fat drains into the portal vein, which leads directly into the liver.