What should women with fatty liver pay attention to?

Written by Si Li Li
Gastroenterology
Updated on May 21, 2025
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For fatty liver, it is important to note the following points:

First, abstain from alcohol, as alcohol can cause alcoholic fatty liver.

Second, be mindful of your diet; avoid fatty, greasy, and fried foods. Stick to a low-fat diet, eat more fruits and vegetables, and consume more whole grains.

Third, exercise more, as physical activity can promote the metabolism of fats, which is very beneficial for patients with fatty liver.

Fourth, maintain regular sleeping patterns. Do not stay up late or overwork yourself, as this might worsen the fatty liver.

Additionally, keep a good mood and avoid excessive anxiety or depression, as anxiety can also harm the liver.

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How to treat the symptoms of fatty liver disease?

The treatment of fatty liver symptoms primarily requires distinguishing the type of fatty liver, which includes alcoholic fatty liver, nonalcoholic fatty liver (simple fatty liver), and steatohepatitis. For alcoholic fatty liver, the first step is to abstain from alcohol. Additionally, it is important to avoid high-fat and greasy foods in the diet. When alcoholic liver damage occurs, if the liver function is severely impaired, treatment with liver-protective, enzyme-lowering, and jaundice-reducing medications may be necessary. For nonalcoholic fatty liver, which is caused by being overweight or having a large waist circumference, treatment involves controlling weight and reducing waist size. Combined with appropriate physical exercise, reducing weight and waist size can help improve fatty liver. The diet should also limit high-fat, greasy, and high-sugar foods, focusing on light and easily digestible food, supplemented with an adequate amount of protein. For people with steatohepatitis, treatment usually involves intravenous infusions of liver-protective, enzyme-lowering, and jaundice-reducing medications.

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Fatty liver is divided into several stages.

Fatty liver is a disease caused by lipid metabolic disorder and lipid accumulation in liver cells. If the fat accounts for more than 5% of the liver's total mass, it is defined as fatty liver, which is divided into three stages: mild fatty liver, moderate fatty liver, and severe fatty liver. Mild fatty liver is when the fat content is more than 5% but less than 10%; moderate fatty liver is when it exceeds 10% but is less than 20%; severe fatty liver is when it exceeds 20%. We must pay sufficient attention to mild, moderate, and severe fatty liver.

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How should fatty liver be treated?

The first point in treating fatty liver is to stop drinking alcohol, as alcohol has a significant impact on the liver, and there is a type of fatty liver specifically caused by alcohol. The second point is to maintain a reasonable diet, avoiding foods that are high in fat and calories. The third point is to persist in exercising. For instance, consistent aerobic exercise such as brisk walking or fast walking, for 30 to 60 minutes a day, about five times a week, can achieve a reasonable fitness effect. The fourth point is medication. If there is associated liver damage, medication to protect the liver and reduce enzymes is necessary. Additionally, medications that enhance metabolism and lower blood lipids may also be used.

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What should I do if I have mild fatty liver?

Mild fatty liver primarily requires dietary adjustments. It is necessary to quit smoking and drinking, and avoid high-calorie, high-fat foods such as greasy, rich dishes, fried foods, and animal organs. It is beneficial to consume light, easily digestible foods, such as fruits and vegetables. Secondly, increasing physical activity is important because exercise can metabolize fats, which positively impacts patients with mild fatty liver. Thirdly, control of blood lipids is crucial. If hyperlipidemia occurs, it should be treated with medication to lower blood lipids. Fourthly, maintain a regular routine and avoid excessive fatigue or staying up late.

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The Harm of Fatty Liver

There are many causes of fatty liver disease, and the degree of harm varies according to the different causes. Non-alcoholic fatty liver is closely related to metabolic syndrome and often occurs in diseases such as hyperlipidemia, diabetes, coronary heart disease, and hypertension. It can easily lead to reduced arterial elasticity and increased risk of heart attacks, strokes, or sudden death. Fatty liver can also exacerbate liver damage. Long-term fatty liver may lead to liver fibrosis and eventually cirrhosis. If combined with chronic hepatitis B or chronic hepatitis C, the progression to liver fibrosis may accelerate.