I am having fatty liver and ovarian cyst. Please suggest me what all can I eat and what not to eat. How can I cure my fatty liver and cyst. Can I go for keto diet or lchf diet?

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Hi, start a proper lifestyle modification that include regular exercise and dietary modification. Include good proteins like eggwhite (if you take) and paneer in your diet daily. Include fresh fruits and vegetables in your diet. Do not starve. Take small frequent meals. Avoid fried, spicy and junk foods. Do not go for any crash diets. A complete balanced diet is more beneficial than specific food group diet. For further details you can book an appointment.

Bhavika J Sharma · Accepted Answer

Hi, start a proper lifestyle modification that include regular exercise and dietary modification. Include good proteins like eggwhite (if you take) and paneer in your diet daily. Include fresh fruits and vegetables in your diet. Do not starve. Take small frequent meals. Avoid fried, spicy and junk foods. Do not go for any crash diets. A complete balanced diet is more beneficial than specific food group diet. For further details you can book an appointment.

Karuna Chawla · Answer

Pcod/pcos is a common hormonal disorder in women which can lead to weight gain and irregular periods. While most women depend on pills to deal with it, these simple changes in your lifestyle will help you deal with the condition in a better way. 1. Nutritional approach: deficiency of micronutrients contributes to insulin insensitivity and compromise ovarian function. So, ?completely stay away from processed/ refined cereals (which have a high glycemic index or gi). Switch to wheat, rice, jowar, ragi, barley (which have low gi) and enjoy your roti, parantha, pulao, biryani, dosa, poha, upma etc. ?eat an adequate amount of lean proteins like dal, milk, eggs, fish, yogurt, cheese, paneer, lassi, sprouted legumes. ?include good sources of omega-3 and omega-6 present in nuts, seeds, ghee, olives, coconut etc. Our body needs essential fatty acids for absorption of fat soluble vitamins like a, d, and e. ?alpha-lipoic acid improves glucose uptake in cells, promotes weight loss and improves the health of ovaries. It is found in flaxseeds, walnuts, spinach, broccoli, peas, brussels sprouts etc. ?micronutrients like selenium, zinc, chromium, magnesium, niacin, and riboflavin improve sugar control and promote hormonal balance. These can be obtained from a variety of whole grains, nuts, green leaves, fresh fruits and veggies, egg, seafood etc. ?vitamin b12 is essential to support the function of ovaries. So include dairy (especially curd, paneer), eggs, seafood, and sprouted/fermented items. ?calcium in abundant supply helps to overcome premenstrual cramps. ?include supplements of above-mentioned nutrients as diet may not provide enough because their requirement is above normal. ?most importantly, eat local, seasonal, freshly prepared food items, stay away from food items that have long ingredient lists as they are 'processed' and have a number of additives (preservatives, artificial colors, flavor enhancers et al). 2. Exercise strategies: regular workouts are non-negotiable. They are essential to burn off fat stores for hormonal balance and regular ovulation. You should join a gym for weight training. Do it 2-3 times a week with at least 48 hours in between 2 sessions. Other days you can do cardio exercises like yoga, cycling, swimming etc. 3. Sleep: adequate sleep is non-negotiable too. Sleeping at a more or less fixed time every day and for an adequate number of hours is a prerequisite to keep hormones in sync. 4. De-stress yourself: love yourself more than anyone else, prioritize your health, learn to say no, take time out to exercise and relax. Pursue your favorite activities, learn a new skill, and never ignore your body signals. For more details you can consult me.