Research
Metabolic adaptation
A minimal amount of weight loss can resolve NAFLD in lean patients.
Even small weight loss should be encouraged in lean patients with NAFLD for potential resolution of the condition.
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Interestingly, compared with patients with NAFLD and obesity, a minimal amount of weight loss resolves NAFLD in lean patients.
Why this rating
The claim is based on clinical observations regarding lean NAFLD.
Source
Weight loss breaks the bond between nonalcoholic fatty liver disease and cardiovascular diseases: A clinical and epidemiological perspective
Moein Ala et al. · Obesity Reviews · 2023
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