Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease(NAFLD)is a global problem.It may be caused by metabolic and hormonal disorders,including hypothyroidism.However,non-thyroid causes of NAFLD in people with hypothyroidism,including imp...Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease(NAFLD)is a global problem.It may be caused by metabolic and hormonal disorders,including hypothyroidism.However,non-thyroid causes of NAFLD in people with hypothyroidism,including improper eating behavior and low physical activity,should be acknowledged.This study aimed to present the current literature on whether the development of NAFLD is related to hypothyroidism or a typical consequence of an unhealthy lifestyle in people with hypothyroidism.The results of previous studies do not allow for an unequivocal determination of the pathogenetic relationship between hypothyroidism and NAFLD.Important non-thyroid-initiating factors include providing too many calories in relation to requirements,consuming excessive amounts of monosaccharides and saturated fats,being overweight,and maintaining low physical activity levels.The recommended nutritional model for both hypothyroidism and NAFLD may be the Mediterranean diet,which is rich in fruits and vegetables,polyunsaturated fatty acids,and vitamin E.展开更多
文摘Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease(NAFLD)is a global problem.It may be caused by metabolic and hormonal disorders,including hypothyroidism.However,non-thyroid causes of NAFLD in people with hypothyroidism,including improper eating behavior and low physical activity,should be acknowledged.This study aimed to present the current literature on whether the development of NAFLD is related to hypothyroidism or a typical consequence of an unhealthy lifestyle in people with hypothyroidism.The results of previous studies do not allow for an unequivocal determination of the pathogenetic relationship between hypothyroidism and NAFLD.Important non-thyroid-initiating factors include providing too many calories in relation to requirements,consuming excessive amounts of monosaccharides and saturated fats,being overweight,and maintaining low physical activity levels.The recommended nutritional model for both hypothyroidism and NAFLD may be the Mediterranean diet,which is rich in fruits and vegetables,polyunsaturated fatty acids,and vitamin E.
