Hepatología y ciencia pancreática

Dietary Acid Load Significantly Associated with Cirrhosis-related Mortality

Abstract

Albert Suliman*

Cirrhosis, a late stage of scarring of the liver, is a condition often resulting from various liver diseases and conditions, such as hepatitis and chronic alcoholism. Recent research has highlighted the impact of dietary factors on the progression and outcomes of cirrhosis. A study examining the association between dietary acid load and cirrhosis-related mortality has brought to light the significant influence of diet on liver health and patient outcomes. Dietary acid load refers to the balance of acid-producing and alkaline-producing foods in one's diet. Foods high in protein and grain products generally produce acid, while fruits and vegetables tend to produce alkaline. The body maintains a stable pH balance, but a diet high in acid-producing foods can lead to metabolic acidosis, which has been implicated in various health issues, including kidney disease and osteoporosis.