Patient's question:
My cousin is a big fat guy and he's also a real glutton. He dislikes anything high in calories or greasy. Fat people tend to have a lot of health issues. Recently, he was diagnosed with fatty liver disease, and yet this fat guy still doesn't pay attention to his diet. I'm really worried and anxious for him.Doctor's answer:
1. Control calorie intake to promote the hydrolysis and consumption of fat within liver cells. Based on standard body weight, 84 to 105 kilojoules (20 to 25 kilocalories) of energy can be provided per kilogram of body weight. Standard body weight (kg) = height (cm) - 105 (or 100); for males over 165 cm, subtract 105, while for females and males under 165 cm, subtract 100.2. Regulate fat and carbohydrate intake. Based on standard body weight, 0.5 to 0.8 grams of fat can be provided per kilogram of body weight per day. Vegetable oils or foods rich in long-chain unsaturated fatty acids, such as fish, are recommended. Excessive intake of sugar should be avoided.
3. High-protein diet, with 1.2 to 1.5 grams provided per kilogram of body weight per day. High protein can protect liver cells and promote their repair and regeneration.