How Can I Manage Fatty Liver?

Are you trying to achieve and maintain a healthy weight?

Do you eat a healthy diet (diet high in fruits and vegetables, legumes, healthy fats, fish and lean meats, whole grains)?

Do you keep track of all the calories you eat?

Do you avoid food with added sugars (baked goods, candy, ice cream, flavored yogurts, or soft, sports and energy drinks)?

Do you exercise regularly (about 30 minutes most days of the week)?

If you have diabetes, do you keep it under control?

Do you keep your cholesterol and triglyceride levels in a healthy range?

Have you stopped drinking alcohol?

Based on your answers, there are several other ways that can help you manage fatty liver. It is very important to lose extra pounds. The goal is to lose about 10 percent of your body weight. You can lose weight with a healthy diet and regular exercise. Reduce your calorie intake and keep track of all the calories you ingest during the day. Eat a diet rich in fresh fruits and vegetables as well as whole grains. Be physically active and try to exercise for about two and a half hours a week. Start slowly, and talk to your doctor about the best exercise plan for you.

Based on your answers, you know a lot about how to manage fatty liver. You need to protect your liver by avoiding anything that can further damage it, including alcohol. Try to keep your cholesterol levels within the recommended range, which can be helped by a healthy plant-based diet, exercise and certain medications. Also, you need to check your blood sugar regularly and keep it under control. If you are taking any medication, you must follow the instructions given to you by your doctor. If you want to take some herbal medicines, also consult a doctor first to make sure that certain herbal products are safe for you.