A doctor who graduated from Harvard University revealed the three foods he avoids to protect his liver, and he says the list often leaves people shocked.
Dr Saurabh Sethi, a gastroenterologist, shares his experience and knowledge with his 505,000 followers on TikTok (@doctorsethimd).
He recently revealed the most dangerous time to go to sleep, explaining that snoozing after midnight could damage the brain.
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Now, the 42-year-old has shared the top three foods he avoids to protect his liver – and says that everyone should be doing the same, reports What’s The Jam.
In a clip, which has racked up 53,000 views and over a thousand likes, he begins by listing fructose-heavy snacks.
“Fructose is commonly found in sugary drinks and processed snacks,” the doctor, from California, US, says.
“And it is handled almost entirely by the liver.
“This can lead to fat buildup over time, increasing the risk of fatty liver disease.”
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The next food item is industrial seed oils, such as soybean, corn and sunflower.
Dr Sethi explains: “These are high in omega-6 fats.
“When consumed in excess, they can fuel inflammation and oxidative stress.
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“Both are harmful to the liver.”
His final, and most surprising, item to avoid is fruit juice.
Dr Sethi claims that even natural, 100% juices have a high fructose level and no fibre.
He adds: “This combination causes quick blood sugar spikes, which can drive fat storage in the liver.”
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