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Macro partitioning
High consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages (specifically fructose-containing drinks) is positively associated with an increased risk of NAFLD and higher fibrosis stages, independent of total caloric intake and BMI.
Minimize consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages, including sodas and fruit juices. These are major sources of fructose, which promotes liver fat accumulation and fibrosis. Focus on water or unsweetened beverages.
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daily fructose-containing drinks consumption was significantly associated with higher fibrosis stage (OR = 3.2, 1.4-7.4 95% CI for ≥ 7 servings vs < 7 per week) in both younger and older age groups...
Why this rating
Supported by multiple observational studies and one large-scale study controlling for confounders.
Source
Nutrition and physical activity in NAFLD: An overview of the epidemiological evidence
Shira Zelber‐Sagi · World Journal of Gastroenterology · 2011
DOI 10.3748/wjg.v17.i29.3377
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