I really don't know answer but would like to,,,so I'm gonna watch for other comments and see along w/you! Thanks for good point!

A diet low in fat (especially saturated fats), high in fresh vegetables and fruits was recommended by my liver doctor. The liver has a hard time with the fats in a normal person let alone we who have various other liver problems. Lots of fruit juices (Natural) as well.

When I said "normal person", I meant healthy. Bad choice of words the first time.

Vickey tells me I am far from normal. :-)

I was put on a low protein Diet. Higher protein from fish and chicken. Avoid the red meat because it doesn't digest as easy. When my specialtist doctor found out I was anemic he imedidatly put me back on a high protein diet. Which meant more red meat as my body needed the protein. Since that change my fatigue is gone. My hair and nails look much nicer. So be carefful as a vegitaian of anemia. I was directed to eat a lot of fresh vegatables and fruit as it easily digest but can still have the a normal portion per meals of red meat. I do take an organic supplement called Livaplex that helps naturally heal the liver and keep it healthy. The brand name is Standard Process. I see many here use Mile thistle which is a good supplement for the liver. I get the Livaplex from a chiropractor who practices kinseology. Definetly ask your doctor. Hope this helps and good luck.

Just a note to add. I am not on treatment yet either.

Ditto pastorbob.
Hep c has taught me a new way of eating. My doc also said protein is important, not from red meats. Since tx began, taste buds changed. fast food commercials now are not so appealing either.
Careful what you put into your body! Beef sits in digestive tract 72 hrs or more, system has to clear it up using precious enengy needed to fight hep C. Anyway, I'm reading a book called Hallelujah Diet with lots of tips on eating healthy, exercise, sunshine, etc. The premise is we are herbivores by nature not carnivores which we think we are.
Stay well
MANR

Beetroot, pumpkin some say pineapple helps as it has enzymes that break down protein.Oprah says keep away from anything white-which to a degree is true as it is mostly processed foods. Stick to natural foods and not neccesarily organic (as it is very expensive) and the vitamin content is the same-just wash thoroughly!
Im no expert but i know my body suffers when i splurge on dairy or fat. I could keep raving but im sure ive have bored you. Also look at magnesium deficiency and if you have low colestrol which are not good.
Ask me if you want to know more of what i found-but im no doc.

Lemon water every morning, half a lemon in aglass of water. I read about in a book, I beleive the title is food for your Liver, not sure. It sure helps me, plus lots of fruits and veggies.

Cheers

interesting info guys. yeah i read that beetroot, pumpkin and pineapple are good. also a slice of lemon in hot water first thing in the morning (not to be eaten on its own tho). little or no sugar no grapefruit though cos of the acidity. no sessamy seeds cos the liver doesnt deal with them well, not too many nuts for the same reason (same with all protein), and apparently colourful fruit (not toms, oranges or bananas) but cranberries are good, peaches, nectarines, plums, and juices that are better home made from fresh fruit or veg (too much sugar in ready made juice). no white bread cos like red meat, once it eventually goes through the liver, it lies in the colon and can cause constipation. and the list goes on....... lol.... what can we eat??? there isnt a lot thats good for us. spinach should only be taken in small portions too. cucumber, avocado, greens and all high fibre, low fat stuff is good. i also take a probiotic drink each day to help the digestive system.... dont know if it works but they say we need a certain amount of pro-biotics to aid immunity.
anyway, dont take my word for it, check it all out. happy researching everyone and good luck:)

According to this year's HepC conference, PROTEIN is very important. It is one of the persistent and erroneous myths that we should avoid protein.

HepC folks actually need MORE protein - but not iron and not fat. So, basically,no red meat. Iron feeds the virus, so avoid it. I can't put my hands on exactly why heppers need additional protein (have just moved) but when I come across it I'll post the info.

It was one of the things I was actually doing wrong. So have been working to up my protein intake on a daily basis. I add hard-boiled eggs to all my veggie salads now (hard-boiled were recommended. Fried are bad.) I've begun researching what the highest sources of protein are (such as, white chicken meat is better than dark, and which cheeses are highest, etc.)

Here is a great site - look up most any food and see exactly what its nutrients are (even nasty pre-made and fast foods, which I haven't touched in a quarter of a century :-).

http://www.nutritiondata.com/

Just under that big green box on the home page is a link called "Nutrient Search Tool". You can search for "Protein" and you'll get back a huge list of foods that have it, from highest to lowest.
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thats interesting cloud. thanks for that:) v good info. i only relay what i read and what i've been told and i personally was told not to have too much protein. i guess, although we all have the same disease, its the same with everything..... one man's medicine is another man's poison. but certainly worth investigating. as i said, i'm defo not medical and would not not anyone to take my word for anything. ask doc and/or check it out yourselves before trying anything new. i will say tho that you cant knock a trier!!!! keep trying guys cos you will get there in the end:)

If you read enough you will find out food has no effect in making or breaking the liver, but, cooking in an iron skill is a no no...........It's great to exercise and eat right but it will not make our liver's worse or better, not if you have had your gallbadder out avoiding fatty foods is a must,