I have been told to go on a carnivore diet with chicken and fish only. Is that the norm for this condition?

[WakeupSunshine]

Nurse with early diagnosis of NAFL. I am struggling with eating only Fish and Chicken-Dr. orders. No vegetables, fruits, carbs of any kind. I cannot consume enough calories and really just want to sleep. Trying to also exercise daily to help with the condition. Also I am taking Omeprazole for the indigestion but the pain is still there in the upper abdomen. Any recommendations for me would be appreciated.

[DCguy2023]

Seems counterintuitive. How can you get complete nutrition without vegetables. Low carb diet makes sense but cutting all vegetables out will leave you with a deficit of fiber and nutrients like vitamins and minerals. Lack of fiber alone might be causing some pain. I would seek the counsel of a dietitian.

[WakeupSunshine in reply to DCguy2023]

My thoughts too but thinking maybe this was just a short term change to turn things around quickly.

[Alterity]

Many meals I only have just chicken or just fish, I just don't feel like eating anything else especially when I has having a lot of digestive problems. I am on omeprazole as well and have been for about 3 months because I was taking Ozempic to lose weight and the liver just didn't like it. Red meat is just to hard for the liver to digest, but I would call the doctor and ask about the vegs. again, are you sure he wasn't meaning as far as protein just eat fish and chicken. I eat a lot of salmon.

[WakeupSunshine in reply to Alterity]

Thank you for the information!

[WakeupSunshine in reply to Alterity]

He definitely only wanted me on fish and chicken. No veggies sadly.

[ShatteredGrL]

I have never heard of this treatment. I have been to multiple GIs and a hepatologist. Meat and processed food is harder on the liver. I assume his goal is drop the weight fast then get you back to a healthy diet?

[Sasha01]

I am shocked: no fruits and vegetables!

80 percent of your diet should be fruit and vegetables. I suggest fire your doctor immediately and get nutritional consultation.

Wishing you lots of luck.

[Rosebud1027]

Are you seeing a liver doctor or a primary care specialist? I can’t imagine just eating protein without any vegetables - where is the fiber and other nutrients? Fiber helps with digestion.

[Banditsmom09]

According to the Fatty Liver Foundation, the diet should consist of fatty fish, white meat chicken or turkey, most veggies. And limited fruit. I eat blueberries almost every day. Also have oatmeal for breakfast. I agree that a dietician could help to get a balanced diet that is healthy. Just meat or fish is not.

[FoodIsLife]

Well, that doesn't sound particularly helpful or healthy. What's your Dr's reasoning ? You need good fruits , veg, whole grains in your diet. Fish is good for sure as a good source of omega and protein. Perhaps look at the Mediterranean Diet for some good ideas.