it goes without saying that the liver is one of the most essential organs in the human body
because it filters and removes toxins that are produced on a daily basis fatty liver disease
is a condition that occurs whenever too much fat builds up around the liver and unfortunately can
have detrimental effects on the rest of the body poor lifestyle choices can contribute to a fatty
liver including heavy alcohol consumption and an unhealthy diet with that said there are some foods
that you can eat that work to combat the negative effects that come from a fatty liver and that is
exactly what we are going to discuss in this video be sure to stick around until the end because
there are a few foods that not too many people know about so if you're ready let's get into it
just a quick reminder we are not doctors this video is for informational purposes only coming
in at number one on our list is none other than olive oil olive oil is often recognized as a
superfood around the world due to the numerous benefits that it can provide the human body
it may seem counterintuitive to eat a high fat food like olive oil in order to combat a
fatty liver with that said olive oil has powerful benefits for weight management and obesity just so
happens to be one of the most common causes of fatty liver disease one study found that
those who consume olive oil in their diets had lower rates of obesity and fatty liver disease
than those who don't research also shows that adding olive oil to your diet can lower your
liver enzyme levels as well next up on our list is garlic in addition to being a delicious aromatic
garlic has a wide range of health benefits as well one study found that participants with fatty liver
disease who took garlic powder supplements had a reduction in body weight and body fat
it's not entirely clear why garlic seems to be so helpful for fatty liver it may be because of its
rich supply of antioxidants which can prevent fat from building up in or around your organs
whatever the reason adding more garlic to your meals is an easy way to protect your liver
another super food that we should mention is avocado just like olive oil avocado also has
plenty of healthy fats that help keep you satiated and prevent overeating they're also high in fiber
which is another feeling ingredient that's linked to weight management research shows that those who
eat more avocados tend to have a lower risk of fatty liver disease you should also know that
they contain anti-inflammatory properties which can reduce the risk of liver damage the next food
on our list is fish fish is widely known to be the best source of omega-3 fatty acids there
have been many studies that show the benefits of omega-3s for boosting the health of your
liver the fatty acids appear to decrease liver fat reduce liver enzyme levels and lower inflammation
some types of fish are better than others when it comes to omega-3s in order to target fatty liver
disease try to stick to fatty fish like salmon trout sardines and tuna fish oil supplements can
be an effective alternative as well just be sure to check with your doctor or medical professional
next up is oatmeal oatmeal itself probably doesn't have a direct impact on your liver
however you should know that it's an excellent food for weight loss and maintaining a healthy
weight is one of the best things you can do to fight fatty liver disease oatmeal is
a great source of fiber which slows down your digestion and helps you feel full for longer
the carbohydrates and oatmeal are a reliable source of energy too without the negative
effects that are associated with some other types of grains refined greens such as white bread and
white rice are linked to an increase of fatty liver disease so to improve your liver health
swap your morning toast or cereal for a bowl of nutritious oatmeal instead you'll still get your
carbohydrates but the meal will be much better for your liver next up one of my personal favorites
is green tea studies found that green tea may reduce fat absorption throughout the body which
can help prevent or reduce fatty liver it's also a good source of catechin which is an
antioxidant that may be beneficial for fatty liver disease as well a research review found that green
tea is linked to weight loss and improved liver health when you consume five to ten cups per day
now i do realize that this is quite a lot of green tea to drink in a single day
however even consuming only one or two cups could still give you some of the amazing benefits
another beverage to combat fatty liver is coffee for many including myself coffee is a daily staple
because of its caffeine contents with that said thankfully coffee does offer some other
health benefits too including liver protection a study found that people who drink one or two
cups of coffee a day have a lower prevalence of fatty liver disease than non-coffee drinkers
that is because research suggests that coffee helps to protect the intestinal barrier which can
prevent the buildup of fat in your liver another healthy food that we should mention is walnuts
walnuts like fish are also a great source of omega-3 fatty acids which can reduce liver fat
and help regulate liver enzyme levels all tree nuts are full of healthy fats but walnuts have
an especially high concentration of omega-3s making them one of the best options for people
with fatty liver disease and we couldn't have made this video without mentioning broccoli
incorporating healthy vegetables into your diet of course is good for your overall health you
should know that it's good for your liver as well and this most definitely includes broccoli
research suggests that there is a link between broccoli consumption and a decrease in fatty
liver disease as well as a reduction in liver enzymes the key ingredient that you should know
about is sulfurophane which is a compound that can reduce inflammation boost antioxidant defense
and help restore your liver's ability to detoxify your blood some other cruciferous
vegetables like cabbage brussels sprouts and bok choy are good sources of sorcery fame as well
next up is whey protein whey protein supplements make it easy to get more protein in your diet
while combating fatty liver disease at the same time one study found that obese women who took
daily whey protein supplements for four weeks showed a significant reduction in liver fat
although this was a small study other research suggests a link between whey protein and a healthy
liver you could take whey protein supplements for liver health or you could incorporate foods into
your diet that contain whey protein some examples include eggs milk yogurt and cottage cheese
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i hope you like the information that were shared in this video and hopefully you're now one step
closer to taking better care of your liver which means that you would also be working
towards improving your overall health as always this video is for informational purposes only
please speak with your doctor before making any dietary changes because they will know more about
your individual condition and if you want to dive deeper into this topic we do have a full guide on
our website i'll drop a link to it right below this video down in the description thank you so
much for watching all the way to the end have a blessed day and as always breathe easy my friend
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