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Harnessing nutrition to combat MASLD: a comprehensive guide to food-based therapeutic strategies
Journal
Food and Agricultural Immunology
ISSN
09540105
Date Issued
2025-05-06
Author(s)
Universidad UTE, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona Facultat de Medicina
Campuzano Donoso Martín
Universidad Internacional del Ecuador, Universidad UTE
Castano Jimenez Janeth C.
Indiana University Indianapolis, Universidad de Antioquia
Román-galeano Náthaly Mercedes
Gerardo Sarno
Frias-toral Evelyn
American Heart Association, American Heart Association Inc, American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition, Asociación Ecuatoriana de Nutrición Enteral y Parenteral, COLOMBIAN JOURNAL FOR CLINICAL NUTRITION AND METABOLISM (RCNC), Clarivate (United States), Edizioni Minerva Medica, Escuela Superior Politécnica del Litoral, Escuela Superior Politécnica del Litoral Escuela de Posgrado en Administración de Empresas, European Journal of Clinical Nutrition, European Society for Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism, European Society for Medical Oncology, Frontiers in Endocrinology, Frontiers in Nutriton, Fundación Rostros Felices, Hospital General Luis Vernaza, Hospital de Niños Doctor Roberto Gilbert Elizalde, Instituto Oncológico Nacional Dr Juan Tanca Marengo, Instituto de Promoción de Exportaciones e Inversiones PRO Ecuador, International Society Burns Injuries, LATINO AMERICAN FEDERATION FOR CLINICAL NUTRITION AND METABOLISM (FELANPE), National Healthcare Association, RED DE REVISTAS MÉDICAS ECUATORIANAS (REVIMEC), Secretaría de Educación Superior, Ciencia, Tecnología e Innovación, Sociedad Ecuatoriana de Oncología, Society for the Advancement of Blood Management, Society for the Advancement of Patient Blood Management, Taylor and Francis (United Kingdom), Texas State University, UNIVERSIDAD MONTRER, Universidad Católica Santiago de Guayaquil, Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil, Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil Facultad de Ciencias Médicas, Universidad de Especialidades Espíritu Santo, Universidad de Guayaquil, University of Michigan
Abstract
Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease is a growing global health issue linked to obesity, insulin resistance, and metabolic syndrome. Diet plays a key role in its progression and management. This narrative review highlights evidence-based nutritional strategies, including the Mediterranean diet, low-carbohydrate and ketogenic diets, and high-fiber intake, which improve insulin sensitivity, reduce hepatic fat, and lower inflammation.
Nutritional deficiencies, such as low vitamin D, choline, and omega-3 levels, exacerbate metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease, emphasizing the need for targeted supplementation. Emerging approaches, including gut microbiota modulation, precision nutrition, and nutraceuticals like resveratrol and curcumin, offer promising therapeutic potential. A multidisciplinary approach integrating dietary and lifestyle modifications is essential for effective metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease management.
Nutritional deficiencies, such as low vitamin D, choline, and omega-3 levels, exacerbate metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease, emphasizing the need for targeted supplementation. Emerging approaches, including gut microbiota modulation, precision nutrition, and nutraceuticals like resveratrol and curcumin, offer promising therapeutic potential. A multidisciplinary approach integrating dietary and lifestyle modifications is essential for effective metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease management.