Food to Be Avoided for Fatty Infiltration of the Liver

Individuals with fatty liver must be careful what they put a fork into

Fatty liver is a disease which occurs when too much fat has built up in the liver cells. It's most common in people over the age of 30 and is often associated with diabetes, obesity and high triglycerides, and can cause many other health problems. However, listed below are dietary selections that, when avoided, may help to heal and reverse the effects of fatty liver.

Fats

While delicious, donuts are a big diet no-no

Avoid high-fat, fried and fast foods, such as hamburgers, pizza, french fries, onion rings, and donuts. All are full of cholesterol-inducing "bad fats," such as hydrogenated and partially-hydrogenated oils.

Processed Foods

White bread must go

Often full of refined carbohydrates and additives, processed foods such as sugary cereals and granola bars, white breads, pastas and rice, and concentrated sugars, such as corn syrup and fructose, should be consumed sparingly, as they can elevate blood sugar and insulin levels. Steer away from artificial sweeteners and spreads, such as margarine.

Dairy

Whole milk won't do a body with fatty liver much good

It's a good idea to limit whole-fat dairy intake such as milk, cream, butter, sour cream and yogurt, all high in saturated fat and cholesterol content.

Meats

Save red meat, such as steak for special-occasions only

High-fat meats such as beef and pork should be eaten on rare occasion. Red meat may elevate blood pressure and in conjunction with its high fat content can lead to serious health risks, such as a heart attack.

Beverages

Keep beer bottle caps on

Drinks with high sugar content and artificial contents, such as soda, and all alcoholic beverages should be eliminated as they will put greater stress on a struggling liver.

References

• Fatty liver treatment
• Fatty Liver - Dr. Sandra Cabot's Liver Doctor
• Diet for a Fatty Liver - LovetoKnowDiet

Resources

• Health Diet for Fatty Liver