You can, however, limit—within reason—foods high in added sugar and saturated fats, like soda, sweets, fatty cuts of meat, and butter, all of which can degrade liver function over time, Nelson explains.
Limit animal-based proteins: Dairy, cheese, butter, eggs, beef and pork all contain high amounts of saturated fat, which has been linked to high cholesterol, heart disease and fatty liver disease.
Butter. Like most animal products and byproducts, dairy can exacerbate liver issues. Unfortunately, this includes butter. Not only does butter constitute as dairy, but it also contains high levels of saturated fat.
The Bottom Line
If you do drink alcohol, do so in moderation, and keep fried foods, processed meats and added sugar to a minimum.
Due to its high content of antioxidants and vitamins, peanut butter can improve antioxidant activity in the liver and promote its health. Peanut butter is a balanced source of protein that serves especially important to liver patients, as they have many dietary restrictions.
Examples of high-glycemic carbohydrates include white bread, many commercial breakfast cereals, and white rice. Complex carbohydrates that may protect against fatty liver disease include whole-grain breads and brown rice.
It's wise to limit foods and beverages that can harm the liver when consumed in excess, such as alcohol and foods with a lot of sugar and saturated fat. That means cutting back on deep-fried food, fatty meats, and sugar-sweetened beverages.
Fatty/Fast Food Items
These food items are high in saturated fat or trans-fat content and are difficult to digest. In other words, your liver needs to work hard to process these food items. The high saturated fats can give rise to inflammation over time and eventually converts into cirrhosis.
Stay Away From Fatty Foods
French fries and burgers are a poor choice to keep your liver healthy. Eat too many foods that are high in saturated fat and it can make it harder for your liver to do its job. Over time it may lead to inflammation, which in turn could cause scarring of the liver that's known as cirrhosis.
Cheese is a source of saturated fat and cholesterol, which can contribute to non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Ritz crackers are high in refined carbs, which can also lead to liver damage. However, cheese and crackers can also be part of a healthy diet if you choose low-fat cheese and whole grain crackers.
Eggs. Many don't know that eggs are a food that's good for fatty liver. This is because eggs are rich in choline, which plays a role in transporting and lowering LDL or “bad” cholesterol.
By abstaining from alcohol, drinking lots of water, and eating a liver-friendly diet, you can reverse some of the effects of alcohol abuse. Yes, the good news is, the liver can repair itself after years of drinking.
Potential Risks of Butter
Butter is high in calories and fat — including saturated fat, which is linked to heart disease. Use this ingredient sparingly, especially if you have heart disease or are looking to cut back on calories.
Refined grains: Refined grains contain carbs that can contribute to weight gain and worsen fatty liver. Grains that are highly processed are prepared by removing their fibre. Pastas, white bread, burger buns etc are all made with processed grains and must be avoided if you have fatty liver.
Egg whites are good for your liver, but over-consumption can lead to digestion issues and the yellow yolk is a source of bad cholesterol. These are the foods that are bad for the kidneys and liver.
Regular consumption of yogurt is beneficial for your liver for the following reasons: It helps reduce weight, body mass index, and serum levels of fasting insulin. These are some of the main risk factors of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). It reduces cholesterol and sugar levels in your body.
Fatty Liver Foods to Avoid
Steer clear of saturated fats, which lead to more fatty deposits in your liver. This includes: Poultry, except for lean white meat. Full-fat cheese.
Only have diet or low joule options
Look for more grain based cereals or those sweetened with added fruit. Good examples include Weet Bix™, All Bran™, All Bran with Fruit™, Sultana Bran™ , traditional oats and other similar cereals.
Your liver tries to make up for this but you often need more energy and protein in your diet. You can increase the amount of protein in your diet by eating: Beans and pulses such as lentils, kidney beans, or baked beans. Nuts such as almonds or walnuts.
Beef, pork, and deli meats are all high in saturated fats. The AGA suggests that a person with fatty liver disease try to avoid these foods as much as possible. Lean meats, fish, tofu, or tempeh make suitable substitutes.