Patient's question:
Dad told you yesterday at noon during dinner that our health check results showed a bit of fatty liver. He said this condition is almost common among people around 40 years old now and it's nothing serious. However, I'm still quite worried because it's a liver issue, and it definitely shouldn't be left untreated. I don't know how to treat this fatty liver.Doctor's answer:
The principles of dietary therapy are: (1) Control total calories: Mild cases 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 facilitate the recovery of liver function. (2) Protein: It is advisable to provide 80-100 grams of protein per day for the patient. (3) Fat: Supply 35-50 grams of fat per day, preferably plant oils rich in unsaturated fatty acids. (4) Carbohydrates: Provide a low-carbohydrate diet, avoiding sucrose, fructose, etc. It is advisable to supply 200-300 grams of carbohydrates per day. (5) Salt: Control salt intake to 5-6 grams per day. (6) Avoid alcohol and alcoholic beverages.