Liver Disease and Atkins

KelleyG · 10-24-2004, 02:47 PM

Two weeks ago I was found to have liver damage and liver disease. THe doctors have been able to say what it is NOT at this point but are still searching for a cause.

My question is how does a lower carb way of eating effect the liver when there are already problems with the liver? Anything to watch or concerns?

KelleyG

Atkins_Nutritionist · 10-25-2004, 02:23 PM

Hi Kelley,

I do not have enough information about the liver damage and liver disease you have been diagnosed with to properly advise you, and it would be irresponsible to give guidance on a bulletin board, especially since I do not know your medical history or current meal planning. I would suggest discussing your concerns with your doctor. Be sure to provide detailed information about what your meal planning looks like and what supplements you are taking. There is a 'Liver' folder on the atkins website, located in the Science Behind Atkins sections if you would like to read up on the scientific literature.

10-24-2004, 02:47 PM	#1
KelleyG Senior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Boise, ID Posts: 380 Gallery: KelleyG Stats: 298/284/175 WOE: Atkins OWL Start Date: 07/01/08 restart	Liver Disease and Atkins Two weeks ago I was found to have liver damage and liver disease. THe doctors have been able to say what it is NOT at this point but are still searching for a cause. My question is how does a lower carb way of eating effect the liver when there are already problems with the liver? Anything to watch or concerns? KelleyG

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10-25-2004, 02:23 PM	#2
Atkins_Nutritionist Nutritionist Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Atkins Health and Medical Information Services Posts: 684 Gallery: Atkins_Nutritionist	Hi Kelley, I do not have enough information about the liver damage and liver disease you have been diagnosed with to properly advise you, and it would be irresponsible to give guidance on a bulletin board, especially since I do not know your medical history or current meal planning. I would suggest discussing your concerns with your doctor. Be sure to provide detailed information about what your meal planning looks like and what supplements you are taking. There is a 'Liver' folder on the atkins website, located in the Science Behind Atkins sections if you would like to read up on the scientific literature.