Alcoholic liver disease

What you need to know:

Follow dietary guidelines for hepatitis (* see below), as this form of eating will place the least strain on an already damaged liver.

Nutritional supplements are essential and should be taken on the advise of a registered naturopath, state registered dietician or a degree-qualified nutritionist.

Fresh fruit and vegetable juices play a large part in the treatment in the recovery of alcoholics.

* The most useful Herbs and Supplements:

Liquorice
Milk thistle (Silybum mariablun - standardised extrates)
Globe artichoke, - standardises extracts
Vitamin C

Dietary changes that may be beneficial:

With all forms of hepatitis, it’s essential to follow a diet low in saturated fats , refined carbohydrates, sugar, fried foods and all animal fats. Avoid alcohol and coffee and make sure your diet includes lots of fresh fruit, vegetables, wholegrains, water, vegetable soups and juices and herbal teas.

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