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Cirrhosis is the severe scarring of the liver due to chronic injury caused by infections, heavy alcohol drinking or hepatitis.¹ Diet modification to compensate for the impairment of the liver is necessary in processing of nutrients and eliminating wastes in the body. The best diet to manage cirrhosis is the heart-healthy diet, which includes limited intake of fats and salts, more protein foods, and no alcohol. It is essential that patients with cirrhosis consult with their physician or dietitian to determine their appropriate nutritional needs.²

Fast Facts:

• --Fatigue is one of the common symptoms of early cirrhosis.¹
• --Raw shellfish is dangerous in patients with this condition.³
• --5 or 6 small meals instead of heavy meals can help prevent a bloating sensation.⁴

Top Resources on Cirrhosis Diet

• UpToDate: Patient Information: Cirrhosis
• eMedTV: Cirrhosis Diet
• Mayo Clinic: Cirrhosis Lifestyle And Home Remedies
• A.D.A.M. (via MedlinePlus): Cirrhosis
• Healthwise (via WebMD): Cirrhosis - Home Treatment | Eating A Low-Sodium Diet When You Have Cirrhosis
• About.com: I Have Cirrhosis. Should I Eat A Special Diet?
• Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine (via HealthAtoZ): Cirrhosis
• DoctorNDTV: Cirrhosis Dietary Modification
• National Liver Foundation (NLF): Diet & Your Liver
• Research Integrative Medicine: Cirrhosis Preventive Care

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GuideWisdom and Fast Facts References

1. ↑ ^{1.0 1.1} UpToDate: Patient Information: Cirrhosis
2. ↑ eMedTV: Cirrhosis Diet
3. ↑ Mayo Clinic: Cirrhosis Lifestyle And Home Remedies
4. ↑ Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine (via HealthAtoZ): Cirrhosis

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