Bloating isn't always a sign of obesity! A must-know guide for Hong Kong residents: "Non-fatty bloating = ascites + warning signs of cirrhosis"

You may have seen people with protruding bellies, but that's not fat; it's "ascites . " Dr. Eric Berg explains that ascites is caused by protein-rich fluid leaking into the abdominal cavity due to impaired liver function, not fat accumulation . Here's the complete breakdown:

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🧠 Non-fatty bloating = ascites

Causes: Hepatocytes are replaced by fibrosis → liver function declines → albumin deficiency → fluid leakage into the peritoneal cavity
Commonly seen in patients with cirrhosis → caused by long-term alcohol/high sugar/high carbohydrate diet.
Medical treatment: draining fluid, diuretics, sodium restriction → but these do not fundamentally repair the liver.

⚠️ Cirrhosis doesn't happen overnight.

Fatty liver → Chronic inflammation → Liver fibrosis → Cirrhosis
Initially asymptomatic → By the time symptoms are detected, the condition is already severe.
Cirrhosis = The liver is unable to produce bile, metabolize proteins, and detoxify → The whole body is affected.

✅ Dietary regimen to repair liver and reduce ascites

1️ Quit sugar and quit drinking alcohol (including red wine).

Alcohol, as a solvent , continuously stimulates liver cells.
Sugar promotes fatty liver and inflammatory response
Recommendation: Complete abstinence for at least 3 months

2️ Adequate protein ( 3–6 ounces per meal)

Excessive protein → liver cannot metabolize → produces ammonia toxins → affects the brain
Recommendation: Choose high-quality protein (grass-fed beef, wild fish).

3️ Moderate amounts of fat (avoid high-fat foods)

The liver produces bile , which helps digest fats.
Patients with cirrhosis often have insufficient bile , so a high-fat diet can actually worsen their condition.

4️ Cruciferous vegetables (such as broccoli and cabbage)

Rich in phytonutrients → antioxidants + support liver detoxification ( Phase 1 + 2 )
High potassium + high fiber → helps with drainage + nourishes gut bacteria
Gut bacteria can recycle 90% of bile → reducing fat accumulation

5️ Intermittent fasting

Reduce inflammation → help liver repair
Reduce insulin fluctuations → Reduce fat accumulation

🧪 Liver cirrhosis repair requires time and patience.

The liver is one of the largest organs in the human body → repair takes time.
Recommendation: Continue dietary and lifestyle adjustments for at least 3–6 months.
If the liver cirrhosis is already in its late stages , a liver transplant may be necessary , making early intervention even more crucial.

🚫 Soft drinks = the biggest culprit in cirrhosis

Studies show that carbonated beverages are the strongest independent variable contributing to fatty liver (up to 82.5% ) .
High-fructose corn syrup ( HFCS ) → Only the liver can metabolize it → It is converted into triglycerides → It accumulates in the liver and other organs.
Common soft drinks: Coca-Cola, Diet Coke, sweetened fruit juice → all high in fructose and additives.
Recommendation: Switch to Stevia natural sugar-free soft drink → No side effects

🧾 In conclusion: Don't assume that "bloating equals obesity" anymore. Proper liver care is essential for true liver repair.

Starting today, we'll provide you with a healthy foundation for your body through a dietary approach to cirrhosis repair, a targeted drainage and anti-inflammatory strategy, and a liver-based ascites reversal plan!

Don’t be trapped by the myth of “belly = fat” anymore, realize that eating correctly, abstaining from discipline, and nourishing deeply will lead to true health! 💪 🫃 🧬