For this reason, men should limit their alcohol consumption to two standard drinks a day, and women only one.
The standard drink is equivalent to:
Regular exercise is key to a healthy liver. Exercise reduces stress on the liver, increases energy levels and helps prevent obesity, a risk factor for liver disease. In total, try to exercise for at least 150 minutes a week, such as walking or swimming fast.
High levels of fat in the blood (hyperlipidaemia) and high levels of cholesterol (hypercholesterolaemia) are common causes of fatty liver disease (which is very damaging to the liver).
Reduce the amount of saturated fat, trans fat and hydrogenated fat in your diet.
Saturated fats are found in fried foods, red meat and dairy products. Trans and hydrogenated fats are found in processed foods. The liver accumulates excess fat and the accumulation of fat can eventually lead to fatty diseases in the liver.
Eat more high-fiber foods such as fruits and vegetables and whole grains. For protein, choose more fish, white meat, beans and nuts and reduce the amount of red meat.
Obesity, especially abdominal or central obesity, is a major risk factor for the development of fatty liver disease. Along with a balanced diet and regular exercise, you can achieve and maintain a healthy weight and thus help your liver.
Aim for an ideal body mass index (BMI) goal. Singapore's recommended healthy limits range from 18.5 to 22.9.
Get vaccinated against hepatitis A and B - viral liver infections and help protect your liver. Hepatitis A infects contaminated food and water - Avoid raw or contaminated seafood or crustaceans. Hepatitis B can be transmitted through sexual contact with contaminated blood and needles. If you decide not to get vaccinated against hepatitis B, have safer sex. Talk to your doctor about these vaccines.
Some of these over-the-counter traditional preparations or medicines contain heavy metals or unknown toxins. They may cause liver toxicity or may cause stress and affect normal liver function.
Excessive use of traditional medicine can cause inflammation of the liver and inflammation of the liver can cause irreversible damage to the liver or even failure. Talk to your gastroenterologist before use if in doubt.
Over-the-counter weight loss tablets that can be obtained without a prescription may contain toxins and ingredients that can damage the liver, such as:
1. Ephedra (Chinese ma huang)
2. kombucha
3. mint
4. coffee fruit tea
5. Chaparal
6. cucumber
7. coffee.
Trendy diets that cause your weight to fluctuate rapidly up and down cause too much stress to your liver. Be careful to follow any diet that promises significant weight loss in an unrealistically short period of time. These diets usually do not have the necessary nutrients and are not beneficial but harmful to your liver.
Be careful with your liver cleansing and detoxification diets. Contrary to popular belief, no particular diet has been shown to cleanse the liver or help cleanse the liver. Ask your doctor or nutritionist to help you create a healthy eating plan.
There is currently no hepatitis C vaccine. Hepatitis C can be transmitted sexually or if there is a possibility of blood infection.
Practice safe sex and avoid sharing unnecessary toothbrushes, razor blades, needles and other personal care products - they can also transmit hepatitis B or C and damage your liver.
If you are a carrier of hepatitis B or C, talk to your doctor about a screening program to diagnose problems early. If your parents are carriers and / or unsure, check for these infections.
Diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol make up a metabolic syndrome with obesity that puts you at high risk for fatty liver disease (liver disease can severely damage the liver).
Proper control of diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol through diet, exercise, and / or medication can help prevent, prevent, and help keep the liver healthy. See your family doctor regularly.
Some anti-cholesterol medications can sometimes have side effects that cause liver problems. Some medicines can damage your liver if you drink alcohol while taking them or if you take a lot of medicines at the same time. If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist about this medicine.
Some studies link cigarette smoking to the development of liver cancer. Smoking can also increase the liver toxicity of some medications (such as paracetamol).
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