Liquid diet could shrink fatty liver without surgery
NCT ID NCT04861571
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether a very low-calorie diet (800-960 calories per day) can reduce fat and scarring in the liver for people with obesity and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Twenty participants will follow either the low-calorie diet or a standard lower-calorie diet for 8 weeks. The goal is to see if this diet can be a safe, effective option for those who cannot or do not want weight-loss surgery.
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University of Iowa Health Care
Iowa City, Iowa, 52242, United States
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