In recent decades, more people have developed fatty liver disease due to the global rise in obesity and poor diet. It is now the most common liver disease in the world. In Greece, as in many other developed countries, there has been a significant increase in cases of fatty liver disease. If untreated, it can lead to more serious complications, such as liver cirrhosis and hepatitis (non-alcoholic steatohepatitis, NASH). NASH<\/strong> can cause swelling and liver damage due to fat deposition, potentially leading to severe liver scarring (cirrhosis<\/strong>) and even liver cancer. The damage is similar to that caused by excessive alcohol consumption.<\/p>\n We do not fully understand why fat accumulates in the livers of some people and not others, nor why it progresses to non-alcoholic steatohepatitis in some cases. Other contributing factors include:<\/p>\n Diet plays a central role in improving liver health, particularly in cases of NAFLD. Proper foods can reduce inflammation, promote fat burning, and improve liver function. A diet high in fat and sugar, along with alcohol consumption, can cause fat accumulation in the liver, leading to complications.<\/p>\n What is the best diet for fatty liver disease?<\/p>\n The best diet for improving NAFLD is the Mediterranean diet, which includes:<\/p>\n What foods should I avoid?<\/p>\n To reduce liver fat, avoid:<\/p>\n What practical changes can I incorporate into my daily routine?<\/p>\n Regular exercise, such as walking, swimming, or cycling, can reduce liver fat, improve blood glucose levels, and promote weight loss. Aim for at least 150 minutes of exercise per week.<\/p>\n In addition to diet, the following strategies can help:<\/p>\n Fatty liver disease can be managed by adopting a balanced, healthy diet, reducing excess body weight, and increasing physical activity. The Mediterranean diet, combined with regular physical activity and reduced alcohol intake, can significantly reduce liver fat and improve overall health. Consulting with a professional dietitian can help you better manage the condition and achieve long-term improvements.<\/p>\n Fatty liver disease<\/strong>, also known as hepatic<\/strong> steatosis<\/strong>, is a condition characterized by the excessive accumulation<\/strong> of fat<\/strong> in liver cells. This condition can be due to alcohol consumption (alcoholic fatty liver disease) or can occur without<\/strong> alcohol (non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, NAFLD). NAFLD is linked to other factors such as obesity<\/strong>, type 2 diabetes,<\/strong> metabolic syndrome<\/strong>, including high blood pressure<\/strong> (hypertension), hypercholesterolemia<\/strong>, and insulin resistance<\/strong>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":1264,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"ngg_post_thumbnail":0},"categories":[3,4],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dimakopoulosi.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1261"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dimakopoulosi.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dimakopoulosi.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dimakopoulosi.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dimakopoulosi.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1261"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.dimakopoulosi.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1261\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dimakopoulosi.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1264"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dimakopoulosi.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1261"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dimakopoulosi.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1261"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dimakopoulosi.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1261"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.dimakopoulosi.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/NAFLD2.png\")
<\/p>\nWhat Causes Fatty Liver Disease?<\/h2>\n
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How Can Diet Help?<\/h2>\n
Frequently Asked Questions about Diet and Fatty Liver Disease<\/h2>\n
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How Can Physical Activity Help?<\/h2>\n
What Else Can Help besides Diet?<\/h2>\n
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Conclusion<\/h2>\n
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