What a 95-Year-Old Chinese Doctor Drinks Daily for a Healthy Liver and Gut – Carrots, Garlic, and Tomatoes Explained

  • Lycopene may reduce oxidative stress and inflammation in liver tissue
  • Tomatoes are 95% water, supporting hydration and digestive comfort
  • Fiber improves bowel regularity and gut microbiome balance

Backed by Research

A 2014 study in Molecular Nutrition & Food Research found that lycopene intake reduced liver inflammation markers in individuals with high-fat diets.

Simple Ways to Include Tomatoes

  • Drink low-sodium tomato juice
  • Add cherry tomatoes to salads
  • Incorporate into stews, soups, or fresh vegetable blends

The Liver-Friendly Drink Recipe

Inspired by the doctor’s daily habit, this recipe is easy to prepare at home and combines the benefits of all three ingredients.

Carrot-Garlic-Tomato Drink (1 Serving)

Ingredients:

  • 1 medium carrot, peeled and chopped
  • 1 small tomato, chopped
  • 1 small garlic clove, crushed
  • ½ cup water or coconut water
  • Optional: pinch of sea salt or lemon juice

Instructions:

 

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