You want to know how coffee drinking helps NAFLD liver disease? Keep reading: A recent report from Australia is showing a review of all data to back up the claim. Also, I recently attended an online conference. Doctors spoke about how to help people with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease use lifestyle tips to heal their liver. I was happy to see that when it came to overall health, coffee still makes the list.
I got hooked while working the night shift at a hospital during college. There is something about the flavor that is so smooth. Of course, I add a lot of things like english toffee flavoring to it. You get to decide whether to use a pour over, percolator, or instant. In addition to that topic, I’ve written about the smart ways to flavor you coffee here. But this blog is about the stats.
Coffee Drinking Helps NAFLD Liver Disease
So the research proved that those with liver disease may reduce fibrosis by drinking 1 to 3 cups a day. The webinar I listened in on at the AASLD website said at least a cup a day. They also discussed overall lifestyle changes like walking, maintaining muscle mass, and staying active. Of course you know I’m going to tell you about The Liver Loving Diet because it’s what saved my life. It’s the best $4.99 you’ll spend this year.
The liver transplant unit at The Austin Hospital in Australia says 2 to 3 cups reduces the death rate for HCC or hepatocellular carcinoma by 41%. For chronic liver disease, the risk of death is down 71%. That’s seems like a big claim, so I’ll post where to find the multiple cohort studies here.
Let it be your morning perk me up.
But the big news is about how it reduces your chances in the first place. For those who are looking to prevent liver disease, it seems that people who drink moderate amounts are less likely to have scarring or fibrosis, and also slow down fatty liver disease. One study said that 2 cups would cut it by 44%. That’s so doable.
It turns out that coffee has more than 1,000 chemicals. No one has been able to discover which of them are turning chemicals off and on in your brain and body. One chemical called paraxanthine slows down the growth of scar tissue or fibrosis. That is what leads to the ability to fight liver cancer. Here’s a link to know more about the scientific chemical break down.
What is in coffee?
There is enough evidence gathered to make doctors believe in continued studies about how coffee drinking helps NAFLD liver disease. Before you begin to use coffee as your main weapon against liver disease, please check with your doctor. I kept drinking my coffee and beat Hep C, HCC, and even survived a liver transplant. I kept it at about 1 to 2 cups per day. Remember, if you have high blood pressure or portal vein thrombosis, check with your medical provider.
I’m happy to see that coffee drinking is still making the news. For one, it’s kind of like a treat for me. Waking up and drinking a relaxing mug is a wonderful way to brighten my sense. I use big cups and keep it to one. Then I move on to green tea. You can read about those benefits here. You’ve got so much good news about drinks with liver disease here today. Love you so much. xoxo Karen
12 thoughts on “Coffee Drinking Helps NAFLD Liver Disease”
My sister was diagnosed with liver failure, they drained 14 liter’s of fluid out her system. Then she told me that 80 percent of her liver is fine how can that be if her liver is so damaged the doctor said it was irreversible ? Her belly is bloated and her behind..
Bless her heart. Swelling and ascites is so awful to endure. They can drain it with paracentesis AND get her some diuretics. By reducing sodium, she can get stronger too.
I wonder if it could be a part of her liver where the portal vein is? Our liver is large, and not all parts of it are damaged. That is why we can keep going even with liver disease.
You may talk to the doctor because she could have brain fog or hepatic encephalopathy. Patients with liver disease can become very confused.
Please stay in touch.
xo Karen
I will certainly boost up my coffee consumption. I’m 73 and my age seems to be a hurdle to me getting a transplant but in the meantime I will continue to appreciate all your research and information.
You’re awesome for taking the time to chat. I’d also say you’re doing really well to stay abreast of how to take care of yourself.
It was surprising to see this new study come out from the Australian clinic. What they did was revisit all the previous studies and compile the data to take a deeper look.
So, this kind of coincided with the Liver Meeting on NAFLD. Healthy diet and coffee still reign in liver disease.
You’re amazing to keep going at a young 73!
Continued health dear one,
xo Karen
My sister was diagnosed with liver failure, they drained 14 liter’s of fluid out her system. Then she told me that 80 percent of her liver is fine how can that be if her liver is so damaged the doctor said it was irreversible ?
It depends on the cause of liver disease. Once the source of inflammation is removed the liver can begin to calm down and heal. Getting cured from Hepatitis C, getting treatment for Hep B, stopping drinking, eating a healthier diet. It’s possible for the liver to heal.
I wonder what her health is like now? Is she under the care of a hepatoligist? You’re a good sister for trying to figure it out. My sis helped me because I had brain fog and was confused.
Keep me posted,
xo Karen
Does it matter if the coffee is hot or iced?
You’re awesome for taking the time to chat. From everything I read, it is a matter of preference. Iced coffee tends to be less acidic, so easier on your stomach. Other than that, you get to choose!
xo Karen
Hello Karen! Does decaf coffee help fatty liver as well? I had my gallblader out last October 2019 and was told I had serious fatty liver by the surgeon. Prior to that I had undiagnosed Sleep Apnea that the lack of oxygen was causing heart attack like symptoms, uncontrollable hypertension and was experiencing severe body cramps. My primary doctor asked me to stop my Simvastatin because that causes body aches and stop drinking anything with caffeine. Body aches went away and my blood pressure stabilized. After the gallbladder removal I have been slowly improving with my very slow digestion but now I am experiencing liver pain after I eat. Diagnosed with IBS-C at 19 and culturally eat a Mediterranean whole foods diet almost all my life plus worked with 3 nutritionists in 37 years (56 years old now). So I am very scared of the pain because I eat healthy. My dad and granddad has suffered and died from NAFLD while eating healthy as well so I am truly scared. Do you do consulting?
Hello!
I’m so sorry to hear about how long it took to get your diagnosis. Pain is always scary, especially when we don’t know what is causing it. Studies have proven time and again that the Mediterranean diet is good. Have you talked with a hepatologist about this? I remember geting spasm type feelings around my liver and it kept me up at night.
I recently attended a webinar and also follow fattyliver foundation.org. The founder, Wayne is a friend of mine.
You can find great dietary webinars on the AASLD website on youtube also. I just saw one on fatty liver that was truly interesting and presented by doctors from around the country.
I drink decaf as well and some studies said “not as much” but across the board, most doctors agree that it’s still a good bet.
You’re wise to work with a nutritionist. With IBS you’ve got a double job to find foods that are helpful. I wonder what your liver enzymes look like? I would want at least a baseline. I’m happy to help you get the right answers that you need. Keep me posted.
You make excellent points and ask good questions.
xo Karen
Hi Karen,
I am new to your blog and so happy to have found you! First off…I LOVE COFFEE and I have Hep C. I’m thrilled to hear about the benefits of coffee..being a real coffee head, I’ve always said it makes me feel good, now I know it’s good for your liver too. This is fantastic. I’m taking Epclusa now, and half way through treatment. I have been tolerating it quite well and excited to hear it might cure me. Any tips you have would be welcomed! Thank you so much for your brilliantly positive attitude, it is wonderful. I’m looking forward to READING ALL YOUR POSTS! From a true fan, Robin
Welcome! It’s great to hear from you. I’m a true coffee head too. See, YOU were right all along. I doctor mine up with creamer and such and it’s one of the favorite parts of my morning.
Epclusa is a good drug and most have very few side effects. You’re able to take it for a shorter period of time than the older treatments. Keep me posted on your journey!
I appreciate hearing the praise. After all these years, it still feels good to know people learn something new and feel a little more confident about life after Hep C. Treatment truly saved my life. I’m having a ball being Hep C free. Even with advanced disease, everyone can have an easier time when the inflammation is gone.
Thank you for stopping by and wishing you All Best,
xo Karen
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