Meal replacement shakes and soups

[SophieAK]

My GP has referred me to the Rewind programme which aims to help diabetes type 2 patients lose weight and possibly achieve remission. One mode of this programme consists of meal replacement shakes and soups, which to my mind does not seem appropriate for a liver patient (I have been diagnosed with likely cirrhosis, but not 100% sure until a biopsy has been taken). The other mode is through low carb diet, which seems to contradict the guidelines (Eating Well guide) of the British Liver Trust. It's all very confusing!

[Laura009]

Hi Sophie. I think your best bet would to get a referral to see a liver specialist dietician / nutritionist .Good luck.

[Frananncru]

Morning Sophie , I too have type 2 diabetes and NASH with cirrhosis and varices . The diabetic service suggested the low carb diet . I personally have a problem with portion control .I have been using a meal replacement plan for 3 months . This is a TOTAL nutrition product containing vitamins and minerals . I have lost 2 stone ,my latest blood results are back within acceptable almost normal range .

I used to get quite bad liver capsule pain but I have not had this pain for at least 2 months . I.

Feel a lot better and have more energy too .

This very low carb plan consists of 3 x200 calorie product and one 200 calorie meal and lots of water .

I’m starting to replace one product a day with another 200 calorie meal.

This plan has certainly helped with my portion control.

Be guided by your diabetic team ,

Good luck

[SophieAK in reply to Frananncru]

Thank you!

[Lvone38]

Hi Sophie, I was diagnosed with severe fatty liver and fibrosis back in early 2020 took me a bit to get my act together but after a few months of doing intermittent fasting, exercising and lowering my calorie intake and obviously no drinking, my fatty liver is now mild and I am no longer considered pre-diabetic. Hoping my fibroscan comes out better as well in February. IF works wonders just make sure you let your doc know before starting any new diet plan.