Tag: Milk and liver

According to a meta-analysis involving over 51,000 participants, dairy product consumption is associated with a lower likelihood of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). For those with hepatitis B, however, the dietary considerations surrounding milk are more nuanced, depending on the type of dairy and the individual's specific health status.

According to the British Liver Trust, patients with liver disease, particularly cirrhosis, have increased energy and protein requirements to combat malnutrition. This often leads to questions about dietary choices, including whether a liver patient can drink milk and other dairy products safely and beneficially.

While excessive consumption of full-fat dairy can worsen liver strain, low-fat milk and other dairy alternatives are generally considered acceptable and can provide essential nutrients when your bilirubin is high. The critical factor is the fat content, which directly impacts the liver's workload during a time when its function is already compromised.