Photo: iStockphoto. The various functions of the liver are carried out by the liver cells, called hepatocytes, which act as stem cells and are responsible for the organ's unique ability to regenerate tissue. Your liver has three main jobsâbreakdown, storage and detox. Nutrient Breakdown.
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Ludo Lefebvreâs Ultimate Seared Salmon with Citrus Sauce. In his new cooking series, shared exclusively with Food & Wine, French chef and L.A. restaurateur Ludo Lefebvre demos one of his favorite easy recipes. Here, Ludo cleans a salmon filet and gives a classic cream sauce a playful twist with curry. Get the full recipe here.