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Mediterranean-style eating is the recommended approach. If you are overweight, losing weight slowly can reduce liver fat.
- Half: non-starchy vegetables
- A quarter: lean protein
- A quarter: whole grains, fruit or starchy vegetables
Foods to enjoy
Non-starchy vegetablesAt least 5 servings of vegetables and fruit a day
Fruit
Whole grains
Fatty fishOmega-3 fats
Lean protein
Olive oil
Nuts and seeds
Avocado
Foods to limit
Sweet drinksSoda, sports drinks, sweet tea, juice
Added sugarUnder 9 tsp a day for men, 6 tsp for women
AlcoholExperts advise not drinking at all
Fried food
Processed sweetsOften contain trans fat
High-fat dairyChoose low-fat or nonfat
White bread and riceChoose whole grains
PotatoesHigh-glycemic, keep portions small
If you are losing weight
- Aim for ½ to 2 pounds a week. Avoid crash diets and fasting.
- Losing 5 to 10% of your body weight can improve your liver.
- Keto and paleo diets are not proven for long-term weight loss.
If you have cirrhosis
- Your food needs are different. Ask us before you change your diet or try to lose weight.
General information for adults, not a personal diet plan. Follow the advice your own care team gave you, and talk to them before making big changes.
Questions? Call (718) 615-0400. Medical emergency? Call 911.
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