In our daily lives, liver disease is getting more and more attention. However, many people's understanding of liver disease remains superficial, especially when it comes to diet. Recently, in a health lecture at XX Hospital, Dr. XXX, a hepatologist, clearly pointed out that for people with poor liver function, there are some foods that should be eaten with caution or avoided. Among them, the mention of whether the mutton is edible or not has attracted wide attention from the audience.
First, let's clear up a myth. As a nutritious meat food, lamb is rich in protein, minerals, and vitamins. For people with normal liver function, eating lamb in moderation is beneficial. However, for people with poor liver function, certain foods may negatively affect the liver, accelerating its damage or deterioration.
According to Dr. XXX, the liver is an important metabolic organ of the human body, responsible for processing nutrients, drugs, toxins and other substances. When the liver is damaged or its function is reduced, its metabolic and detoxification abilities are also weakened. At this point, the ingredients in certain foods can put a strain on the liver and even cause further damage.
When it comes to which foods may cause adverse effects on the liver, Dr. XXX lists the following:
1. High-fat foods: Excessive intake of high-fat foods will increase the accumulation of fat in the liver, leading to the occurrence of fatty liver. If left untreated and controlled, fatty liver can progress to cirrhosis.
2. High-sugar foods: Excessive sugar intake may lead to insulin resistance, increase fat synthesis, and increase the burden on the liver.
3. High-protein foods: Excessive protein intake can increase the metabolic burden on the liver, especially for people with impaired liver function.
4. Alcohol: Long-term heavy drinking can directly damage liver cells, causing fatty liver, alcoholic hepatitis and even liver cirrhosis.
5. Certain medications and supplements: Certain medications and over-the-counter supplements may be metabolized within the liver, and excessive or inappropriate intake may cause damage to the liver.
In response to the above-mentioned high-fat foods, high-sugar foods, and high-protein foods, Dr. XXX specifically emphasized the dangers of excessive intake. He pointed out that modern people's fast-paced life and diet tend to be high in calories, fat and sugar, which are all important factors leading to the increase in the incidence of liver diseases such as fatty liver. He advises people to maintain a balanced diet, eat more vegetables and fruits, and reduce the intake of fats and high-calorie foods.
In addition, for red meat foods such as lamb, Dr. XXX recommends eating them in moderation. He pointed out that red meat is relatively high in saturated fatty acids, and excessive intake may adversely affect the liver. A moderate intake of lamb can provide the nutrients the body needs, but you need to pay attention to the cooking method and intake.
In addition to diet, Dr. XXX also emphasized the importance of exercise and maintaining a good routine. Moderate exercise can help burn excess fat and reduce the burden on the liver; maintaining good work and rest Xi can help maintain the normal physiological function of the liver.
Overall, a sensible diet and lifestyle modifications are essential for people with poor liver function. By understanding which foods may have adverse effects on the liver and avoiding or controlling their intake, we can better protect our liver health. At the same time, regular liver function tests and following your doctor's advice are also necessary measures to maintain liver health.