Fatty Liver Disease: 3 Drinks Recommended by a Leading Gastroenterologist

Drinking beetroot juice, coffee, and green tea may help improve liver health for individuals with fatty liver disease, according to a recent video shared by Dr Saurabh Sethi, a gastroenterologist trained at AIIMS, Harvard, and Stanford University. These beverages, Dr Sethi emphasizes, can potentially reduce fat buildup and enhance liver enzyme function when consumed in moderation. Green tea's high concentration of catechins, such as EGCG, can improve liver enzymes and decrease fat accumulation, while coffee can lower the risk of fatty liver and fibrosis. Beet juice, rich in betalains, protects liver cells and reduces fat accumulation, but Dr Sethi cautions against excessive sugar consumption.

Key Takeaways:

• Dr Saurabh Sethi, a gastroenterologist, recommends drinking beetroot juice, coffee, and green tea to help manage fatty liver disease.
• Green tea contains catechins like EGCG, which can improve liver enzymes and reduce fat buildup.
• Coffee consumption may lower the risk of fatty liver and fibrosis in individuals with fatty liver disease.
• Beetroot juice contains betalains that can protect liver cells and reduce fat accumulation.
• Dr Sethi suggests drinking these beverages in moderation to maximize health benefits.
• He also recommends choosing organic coffee and limiting sugar intake to avoid negating the benefits.

Statistics:

• An estimated 47 cases per 1,000 population suffer from non-alcoholic fatty liver disease globally.
• The condition affects approximately 32 percent of the adult population worldwide.
• India, Nov. 2 -- (No specific statistic mentioned in the report)

Sources:

• National Institutes of Health (NIH)
• Dr Saurabh Sethi, MD, MPH