Look at that beautiful liver.
Finding out that you have liver disease is a blow, no matter what caused it. For most of us, it sneaked up slowly. We were bopping along and probably just getting to the best years of our life. I know that, because any type of liver disease is silent for many years. It’s not until you start to have symptoms that the diagnosis comes in…. and most of the time, it is not good news. If this is you, take heart – there are steps you can take to start healing your fatty liver. You’ve got this.
Start off by looking at what you need to back off of. There are things to avoid and things to embrace. We’re going to make this easy for you. If you think I’m sounding like the liver expert… well, I’ve outlived a death sentence with liver disease. I’ve had everything in the book thrown at me. Still standing.
Healing Your Fatty Liver Step by Step
Lifestyle Change– This is the umbrella that all the following fall under. Change is never easy, but neither is dying too soon because of liver disease. If you wanna heal, ya gotta change.
Avoid Foods– Some foods are harder on your liver. Sugar and unhealthy fats are the worst. It’s ok. I know a Liver Loving Diet Way to help you heal. Your liver is responsible for most of your body functions. It’s the largest organ inside of you. Read here for simple info on how hard it works.
Avoid Alcohol– Drinking any amount of alcohol is like pouring gasoline on an open flame. Stand back! Somebody is going to get hurt! Just stop. With liver disease, you have to.
Watch Out for Herbs– All supplements and vitamins filter through your liver. Ask your doctor, or read here, to find out which ones are safe.
Slow Down or Stop Smoking– As a former smoker, I know it’s hard. There are a lot of tools to help you. Check out which ones are right for you. Keep trying, and even if you go back to smoking, chances are you will end up quitting for good.
Get More Rest– Getting a good nights sleep can be the most therapeutic thing you do. Your body needs rest to heal and restore. Spend more time in bed.
YOLO and Relax– You only live once. This is your shot at life, and you’ve got to chill out and quit worrying so much. Stress is a killer. It sends chemicals from your brain to your body that get you all jacked up and tense. Learn to meditate, or find another form of relaxation.
Eat More– Starvation is a killer with liver disease. There are some foods that heal your body and reduce inflammation. Many of the recipes I’ve cooked and eaten over the last 10 years have helped me stay alive.
Just Start
You’ll get your joy back.
Think this sounds too easy. Believe me, I know that it’s work. I’ve been through Hepatitis C Virus, Liver Cancer, and had end stage liver cirrhosis for many years. It’s the best work you will do. I just finished a great weekend with my family. I’m so happy to be alive that I cry a little every day. They are tears of joy. I’m hoping that you are able to begin Healing Your Fatty Liver soon. XO Karen Hoyt- Vice President TRIO-Oklahoma Chapter
