To lose a pound of fat, you must create a calorie deficit. Photo Credit deeepblue/iStock/Getty Images. Excess body weight is a widespread problem in the United States, since roughly 7 in 10 adults are either overweight or obese.
Taking Herbs and Supplements. 1  1. Drink herbal teas that improve liver health. There are many herbs that have been traditionally used to support liver function. 2  2. Cook with garlic and turmeric. These herbs not only taste delicious, but are also known to improve liver health. 3  3. Take antioxidant supplements.
Some common liver function tests include: 1  Alanine transaminase (ALT). ALT is an enzyme found in the liver that helps your body metabolize protein. 2  Aspartate transaminase (AST). AST is an enzyme that helps metabolize alanine, an amino acid. 3  Alkaline phosphatase (ALP). ALP is an enzyme in the liver, bile ducts and bone.  Albumin and total protein.