Introduction

Fatty liver is also called hepatic steatosis. It happens when fat builds up in the liver. Having small amounts of fat in your liver is normal, but too much can become a health problem. Dietary changes are the first-line treatment for this condition.

A fatty liver prevents your body from properly releasing all the toxins that get built up over time. When that happens, it becomes difficult for you to digest certain foods, especially sugars and carbs. These quickly turn to belly fat, and extra weight on your hips and thighs, which is extremely hard to get rid of.

Let’s see what to eat to revert your fatty liver.

Coffee

Coffee has properties that help to fight against fatty liver disease.

Digestion of caffeine makes a chemical called paraxanthine which slows down the growth of the scar tissues involved in fibrosis and lowers the number of abnormal liver enzymes.

Intake of coffee should be between 200mg to 300mg, approximately 2 or 3 cups.

Cruciferous Vegetables

These include broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, radish, collard green.

It contains high fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants that make the liver’s job easier.

The more amazing factor for the liver it contains a compound called sulforaphane which helps it to rebuild itself on a cellular level.

Omega 3 Fatty Acids

Found in fish, fish oil, vegetable oils, nuts (especially walnuts), flaxseeds an flaxseed oil, and leafy veggies.

It helps to reduce inflammation and lower down the accumulation of lipids in liver.

The recommended dietary allowance (RDA) for alphalinolenic acid is 1.6 grams per day for men and 1.1 grams per day for women.