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Fatty liver is a common disease with an increasing incidence. Fatty liver disease, if not detected and treated early, can lead to hepatitis, cirrhosis, and even liver cancer. Therefore, it is best to prevent disease with foods that help balance fatty liver.
1. What is fatty liver disease?
Fatty liver disease is a condition in which too many fat cells accumulate in the liver cells. Normally, there is still fat in the liver, but when the number of fat cells increases, accounting for more than 5% - 10% of the weight of the liver, it can be considered as fatty liver. Excess fat accumulation in the liver makes the liver more susceptible to damage, which can lead to hepatitis, cirrhosis, and liver failure.There are many causes for a person to have fatty liver such as hepatitis C, metabolic diseases such as diabetes, thyroid disease. Fatty liver disease is classified into two groups:
Alcoholic fatty liver disease: With fatty liver disease caused by alcohol, the important treatment is to stop drinking alcohol, otherwise the disease will get worse. , which can lead to cirrhosis, even liver cancer. Non-alcoholic fatty degeneration: Mainly due to metabolic disorders, and a small part due to viral hepatitis. In the case of fatty liver disease caused by metabolic disorders - excess energy, the important treatment measure is to change lifestyle. For example, an improper vegetarian diet can also lead to fatty liver disease. A vegetarian diet that is completely protein-free or a vegetarian but still drinking alcohol will not provide enough energy for the body, which will weaken the immune system.
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2. Fatty liver eat what?
Fatty liver disease if not detected and treated early can lead to hepatitis, cirrhosis, even liver cancer. So how should the diet and daily activities need to be changed to help improve the problem of fatty liver? The following are foods that help balance fatty liver:
Turmeric: Not only is turmeric a favorite spice often added to dishes, but turmeric also offers many great health benefits. Turmeric helps prevent and treat fatty liver disease through stimulating the digestion of fat in the body, reducing the amount of fat cells that accumulate in the liver. To effectively treat people with fatty liver, you can take half a teaspoon of turmeric powder mixed in a glass of hot water, wait until it cools and drink three glasses a day. You can also mix half a teaspoon of turmeric powder with a glass of warm milk. Lemon: Lemon is a fruit rich in vitamin C, a very good natural antioxidant that helps the liver produce more glutathione and plays an important role in the detoxification process for the body. Recent studies have shown that lemons contain a compound called naringenin, which reduces liver inflammation associated with fatty liver disease. Drinking fresh lemon juice 2-3 times a day, continuously for a month or thinly sliced lemon in a bottle of water and drinking daily also helps improve fatty liver. Apple juice: Apple juice and apple cider vinegar are among the best foods in treating fatty liver disease, promoting weight loss and helping to reduce fat accumulation in the liver. Mix a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar with a teaspoon of honey mixed in a glass of warm milk, drink every day before meals, continuously for many months will bring great results. Green Tea: Green tea is packed with nutrients and is rich in antioxidants that are important for the body. Green tea not only supports brain function, is good for the stomach, kills bacteria, but also boosts fat burning in the body and reduces the risk of cancer. Therefore, drinking green tea water is one of the most effective measures in preventing fatty liver disease, especially for people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Dandelion: Dandelion is a very liver tonic herb, helps to activate better liver function and is used to treat fatty liver disease not caused by alcohol but related to obesity, because dandelion He has the effect of enhancing the metabolism of fat accumulated in the liver. Use dandelion by mixing a teaspoon of dandelion powder with hot water, let it cool for a few minutes before drinking. You can also add a little honey to enhance the taste. Drink one glass a day, divided into 2-3 times, continuously for several weeks. Note, dandelion should not be used by people with diabetes because it can cause unwanted side effects. Papaya: Papaya fruit and papaya seeds have great fat burning benefits that accumulate in the liver. So papaya is very good to improve fatty liver. Protein: Foods that provide protein such as lean meats, poultry, fish, seafood, eggs, soybeans, legumes are good for weight loss and weight maintenance. Milk and dairy products: Nutrient-rich but low-fat milk as well as healthy dairy products including fat-free or low-fat milk, yogurt and cheese should be added to your daily diet. people with fatty liver disease. Other foods: Licorice can be mixed with warm water or used as a supplement to treat nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. Grapefruit juice contains powerful antioxidants that enhance liver function.
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2. Lifestyle changes in fatty liver disease
In addition to paying attention to what fatty liver disease eats, lifestyle changes are also a measure to help balance fatty liver. Lifestyle change measures include:
Control and maintain ideal weight: Regular monitoring of weight as well as weight gain is essential in controlling fatty liver disease, helping to control fatty liver disease. Regulates excess fat accumulation in the liver. When you are overweight or obese, you need to actively lose weight to achieve your ideal weight. Change your diet and eating habits to ensure liver health: A healthy diet consists mainly of plants with fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and vegetable oils. Green vegetables and fruits will provide the body with many important vitamins and minerals, in which vitamins A and E work to prevent the accumulation of extra fat in the liver. This will support the liver to work better and prevent the liver from working too hard. Avoid fatty foods, fast foods, processed foods, and junk foods. Exercise regularly and regularly, for at least 30 minutes a day and at least 5 days a week. If you are new to exercise, you should start with gentle exercises, then gradually increase the intensity. Regular exercise helps to increase metabolism and burn excess fat in the body, helping to lose weight and maintain a healthy weight. In a nutshell, fatty liver disease means the accumulation of fat in the liver cells and makes the liver more susceptible to damage, which can lead to hepatitis, liver failure. Currently, there is no specific treatment for fatty liver disease that can only be reversed by changes in diet and daily activities.
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