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Andrew Chao1, Dan Waitzberg2, Rosangela Passos de Jesus3
1Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of California Davis Medical Center, 4150 V Street, Suite 3500, Sacramento, CA, 95817, USA.
Abstract:
Malnutrition is associated with alcoholic liver disease (ALD) and related complications such as hepatic encephalopathy and increased rate of infections. Avoidance of prolonged fasting and overly restrictive diets is important to avoid poor nutrition. Adequate intake of calories, protein, and micronutrients via frequent small meals and evening supplements and/or enteral and parenteral nutrition when indicated has been associated with reduced mortality and morbidity in patients with ALD. Modification of protein/fat sources and composition in addition to probiotic supplementation are promising interventions for decreased progression of ALD and its complications.
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