How to Improve the Fatty Liver

Fatty liver is a medical condition in which excess fat is stored in the liver. When the weight of the liver is over 10 percent fat, a physician will diagnose a patient with fatty liver syndrome. While often asymptomatic, fatty liver can lead to serious health problems such as cirrhosis. While no medication or surgery exists to treat or cure fatty liver, several steps can reduce the fat content of the liver.

Instructions

1. Eat a low-fat diet. A major cause of fatty liver is simply a high-fat diet. The liver is able to process a limited amount of fat, and excess fat is deposited and stored in the liver cells. Losing weight and eating a low-fat diet can improve a fatty liver and reduce the strain on a weakened digestive system.

2. Avoid drinking alcohol. Alcohol is a liver's worst enemy; the toxins in alcohol must be filtered through the liver, and excess alcohol can cause serious liver damage. Drinking alcohol can worsen fatty liver syndrome and increase your risk of developing cirrhosis.

3. Exercise regularly. When you exercise, your body draws energy from fats and sugars stored in your body. Regular exercise can reduce the fat content of the liver and improve general health. Before beginning any exercise regimen, talk to your doctor about what kind of aerobic activity is right for you.

Tips & Warnings

• If you have diabetes, make sure to keep your glucose levels under control; unchecked diabetes may exacerbate fatty liver.

References

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