Common Seed Cuts Fatty Liver

Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) has no official treatment.

But, a new study in Food & Function reveals how an everyday seed can fight it.

This seed helps patients reduce liver fat, improve cholesterol, and boost gut health in just weeks.

And you can get it dirt cheap in your local supermarket.

This is probably the easiest way to tackle NAFLD.

Scientists recruited 50 patients with NAFLD, splitting them into two groups:

• One group took 30 grams of flaxseed daily.
• The other group received only health education — no dietary changes.

The study ran for 12 weeks, tracking liver fat, metabolism, cholesterol, and gut health.

The findings were remarkable:

• Liver Fat Dropped: MRI scans showed lower liver fat content in those consuming flaxseed.

• Less Harmful Fat: Participants lost visceral fat, the most dangerous type of body fat.

• Liver Function Improved: Key liver markers, such as total bilirubin and AST, decreased, indicating better liver health.

• Cholesterol Levels Improved: Participants had higher good cholesterol (HDL) and better cholesterol transport.

• Gut Bacteria Balanced: Beneficial bacteria like Bacteroides and Bifidobacterium increased, supporting metabolism and digestion.

• Reduced Harmful Bacteria: Flaxseed also helped eliminate harmful gut bacteria, which is crucial for liver function.

Just two tablespoons (30 grams) of flaxseed daily combats fatty liver, improve cholesterol, and promotes weight loss.

It’s easy to add to smoothies, cereals, or meals.

But flaxseed is only part of the solution.