Diet for people with fatty liver

Fatty liver is considered a disease of the 21st century, affecting health and life.

Doctor Dinh Da Ly Huong, Hospital of Ho Chi Minh City University of Medicine and Pharmacy, commented that the number of people suffering from fatty liver disease tends to increase. Previously, this disease was common in the elderly, but now many young people have the disease, even children have fatty liver. The reason is that the economic life is growing, many people have a habit of eating a lot but have little movement. Health experts warn that fatty liver is a liver disease of the 21st century. Contrary to previous belief that fatty liver is harmless, now the results show that 10% -25% of liver patients Steatosis can lead to cirrhosis and death.

Stopped beer and alcohol

Currently, the main treatment that doctors are taking is to advise patients to have a proper diet and exercise.

Alcohol and beer can disrupt body fat metabolism and cause fatty liver. Fatty liver can recover without any medication if you stop drinking alcohol completely. Besides alcohol, obese people are also susceptible to fatty liver. In the United States, about 25% -75% of obese people with type 2 diabetes suffer from fatty liver. People with fatty liver disease due to excess weight need to reduce the intake of sweeteners and fats because these substances will be converted into stored fat.

Avoid abusing fast food to prevent fatty liver disease (Photo: Bunrab) In addition, fast-food types need to be restricted. When processing food, should limit fried dishes but instead of baked and boiled dishes. Avoid foods made from liver, brains, flakes, animal treats or animal milk such as butter, cheese and should not be eaten with pork, duck or chicken skin. Processed meats like sausages and sausages should not be used because they are high in fat. Do not use sweet drinks such as cakes, candies, molasses, sugarcane, soft drinks . It is best to drink filtered water, mineral water or tea because these waters do not provide more energy .

Eat lots of vegetables and fruits

According to doctor Dinh Da Ly Huong: People with fatty liver disease should only eat lean meat. Eat more fish and seafood but shrimp and sea crabs should not be eaten more than once a week. For eggs, you should only eat 2-3 fruits / week. Eat lots of vegetables, fruits and fiber-rich foods, such as vegetables, red rice, yam, potatoes, carrots, cereals, nuts, crackers and crackers. Foods that do not contain energy such as algae, seaweed, mushrooms are also very good for people with fatty liver disease.

Losing weight is a good way to improve fatty liver. The initial goal should reduce weight by 10%. Should reduce from about 0.5 kg to 1 kg per week. Do not worry too much and impatiently treat to fast. Regular fasting will make you tired and often tend to make up for it in the following days. In addition to a reasonable diet, patients need to exercise to lose weight more effectively by walking, jogging, swimming, fitness . to reduce excess fat and strengthen muscles for muscle can.

Thuy Duong