Can these 3 drinks help reduce fatty liver? Nutritionists weigh in

Harvard-trained Dr Saurabh Sethi, in a recent Instagram reel, suggested three drinks––green tea, coffee and beetroot juice––to combat fatty liver. To get a broader perspective, indianexpress.com spoke to nutritionists about the potential benefits of these beverages.

“Green tea contains catechin, a component that can help improve liver function and reduce fat in the liver. Coffee consumption is associated with lower levels of liver enzymes, indicating better liver health. Beetroot juice contains betaine, which is known to reduce fat accumulation in the liver,” said Suman Agarwal, founder and nutritionist at SelfcarebySuman.

How often should one consume these drinks?

“For liver health, consume three to four cups of coffee, two to three cups of green tea, and one cup of beetroot juice daily,” said nutritionist Pooja Palriwala. According to her, these amounts are generally safe and can help reduce liver enzyme levels, improve liver function, and support detoxification.

Green tea contains catechin, a component that can help improve liver function and reduce fat in the liver (Source: Freepik)

However, Palriwala warns that excessive green tea can cause liver toxicity, and beetroot juice is high in natural sugars, making it unsuitable for some, especially diabetics.

Pooja Shelat, a registered dietitian, said, “The betaine content in beetroot helps support the liver’s ability to process and eliminate fats, preventing their accumulation in the liver. Beetroot also contains nitrates that can improve blood flow and promote better liver function.” She recommended eating whole beetroot in salads instead of juice due to its lack of fiber and high sugar content.

Both experts suggested consuming green tea and coffee between morning and early afternoon to boost alertness and avoid sleep disturbances and other side effects.

Agarwal, too, said beetroot is high in sugars and suggested diabetics avoid it. She also said, “Excess green tea and coffee can cause sleep deprivation, acidity, lower iron absorption, and gut issues hence should not be consumed on an empty stomach. They should be taken with a meal or after a meal.”

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