Best Foods for Fatty Liver by Harvard Liver Experts

Fatty Liver Disease is one of the most common health issues worldwide. It often results from poor eating habits/zones, and lack of movement. But, as I indicated while expressing my concern about this growing dilemma on my face. There is a suggestion of moderation, that certain foods can perform a really nice complimentary role in support of the liver to begin recovering. Dr. Saurabh Sethi, liver & gut health expert, at Harvard University stated.

Dr. Sethi provided, four really simple and super tasty pairing snacks that reportedly can, when incorporated in overall healthy living/lifestyle, potentially reverse fatty liver. She indicated that the brain behind these pairings will work best. It will improve liver metabolism, decreasing inflammation and improving gut health. Each of which are major factor(s) in managing non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD).

Dates with Walnuts: A Natural Sweetener Stimulating Our Livers

Dates get bad press for their sugar count, although the soluble fiber, digestion is slowed for sugar absorption, as well, targets liver benefits digestion by slowing the digestion path. Both are great for digestion. Dr. Sethi suggested a complementary application using dates and Walnuts, Walnuts are a great source of omega-3 fatty every day.

Heart healthy fats reduce inflammation and appear to be associated with improved liver enzyme level.

A small portion — merely two dates and a few walnuts — two times a week can be a perfectly satisfying, restorative snack.

Dark Chocolate and Nuts: A Decadent Tonic of Antioxidants

Think chocolate is off-limits for your liver? Think again. Quality dark chocolate (70% cocoa or greater) is rich in polyphenolic compounds. It fights the oxidants that cause liver cell damage.
And when combined with nuts high in vitamin E (like almonds or pistachios), this makes a healthy snack that offers both liver protective benefits, and benefits for emotional wellbeing. When consumed once or twice a week moderation, this combination makes pleasure food into functional food.

Cinnamon Apples with Honey: A Satisfying Snack for Your Gut and Liver

This comforting snack is a digestive powerhouse. Apples are a great source of pectin. It is a soluble fiber that attaches itself to fats and toxins to help facilitate their elimination. A small drizzle of raw honey also helps promote good gut bacteria — which is indirectly helpful for your liver.

Cinnamon has anti-inflammatory properties and adds flavor and functional benefits. Serve hot or cold, and enjoy it any time of the year, it’s a winner!

Greek Yogurt with Berries: A Probiotic Powerhouse

Probiotics support good gut balance. Researchers have been showing more and more is linked to liver health. Plain Greek yogurt (or traditional dahi) is high in protein, low in sugar, and has good bacteria. Berries, like strawberries or blueberries, that are rich in antioxidants, taken with yogurt, can support the reduction of inflammation in the liver and stress at the cellular level.

Eating a small bowl a couple times a week can serve as a nice boost to regular wellness for gut and liver health.

The Bigger Picture: Nutrition and Habits Matter

While they can be advantageous snacks, Dr. Sethi points out that they are not the full answer. They can be a good tool but should go with a balanced healthy eating lifestyle (grains, lean proteins, vegetables, and healthy fats).

There are other concerns for wellness associated with dietary practices and habits related to excessive processed foods, refined sugars, and alcohol must also be understood and helped to avoid all of which is critical for the management of fatty liver disease.

Get Fit, Get Leaner: The Ultimate Exercise Approaches.

Exercise is both important for healthy nutrition and crucial for fat liver disease resolution. Aerobic exercise, such as walking, biking, and swimming can burn off excess fat. Strength training increases muscle development and ameliorates insulin sensitivity — this is essential to liver fat reduction.

If you do even 30 minutes a day for five days of physical activity, any increase in liver function or health is a win.

Final Considerations

Fatty liver disease is commonplace but life-sustaining — especially with informed decisions. Even a few lifestyle changes can have huge impact (i.e. Dr. Saurabh Sethi’s suggestion to add four healthy snacks to one’s week).

Stay tuned to the health news for information like this, and remember: your food can be your medicine — one mindful bite at a time.