The liver is an irreplaceable organ without which the human body could not function. The liver is essential for bile secretion and in the processing of harmful substances into urea. Injuries to the liver can, over time, lead to diseases that affect your overall health. Located in the abdomen and under the ribs on the right side of the human body, the liver is our most voluminous organ. (1) It has many functions, such as filtering toxins, redistributing nutrients and producing digestive enzymes. All these functions make it a vital organ connected to the whole body. The main functions of the liver … Continue reading The liver: a vital organ in the human body