Patient's question:
My dad was diagnosed with fatty liver, and it's moderate. Now the whole family is very worried. My dad is quite overweight, and he usually dislikes eating beef and mutton, dislikes eating meat dishes, and doesn't like to be active either. He just lies down and watches TV after meals.Doctor's answer:
The dietary treatment principles for fatty liver are as follows:(1) Control total calorie intake: Mild fatty liver patients should receive 30 kcal per kg of body weight per day, while severe cases should receive 17–25 kcal per kg of body weight per day, to gradually reduce body weight and promote the complete recovery of liver function.
(2) Protein: 80–100 grams of protein per day is recommended for patients.
(3) Fat: 35–50 grams of fat per day should be supplied, preferably plant oils rich in unsaturated fatty acids.
(4) Carbohydrates: A low-carbohydrate diet should be provided, with a complete ban on sucrose, fructose, etc. 200–300 grams of carbohydrates per day is advisable.