Fatty liver is a condition often associated with obesity, type 2 diabetes, and an unhealthy lifestyle.
It affects the body’s ability to process fat and, in the worst cases, can lead to serious liver damage.
Researchers know that different types of dietary fats play a role. Some fatty acids may worsen the condition, while others may have a protective effect.
Diet is therefore an important part of treatment, and research is focusing on which foods may make a difference, according to News-Medical.
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Orange study
In a study published in the journal Nutrients, 60 people with fatty liver took part in a trial in Italy.
They were between 30 and 65 years old and also had other risk factors such as obesity or diabetes.
The participants were divided into two groups. One group ate 400 grams of oranges every day for four weeks, while the other group did not.
Both groups received dietary guidance and were instructed, among other things, to limit alcohol and certain foods. Researchers took blood samples before and after the trial.
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What did the results show?
The results did not show clear differences between the two groups. However, researchers observed small changes among those who ate oranges.
There was, among other things, a slight tendency toward lower cholesterol levels and minor changes in fatty acids, which may be relevant to inflammation in the body.
The study suggests that oranges may have a modest effect on the body’s fat metabolism, but this has not yet been fully proven.
More research is needed before firm conclusions can be drawn.
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Sources: News-Medical and Nutrients.
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