The Fastest Way to Reverse Fatty Liver

Summary

Dr. Eric Berg explains fatty liver grades and outlines dietary changes and fasting that he believes may help reduce liver fat.

What the grades mean

He describes the grades as follows:

• Grade 0: Less than 5% liver fat
• Grade 1: 5–33%
• Grade 2: 34–66%
• Grade 3: More than 66%

He notes that fatty liver may cause few noticeable symptoms, and normal liver enzyme results do not necessarily rule it out.

Liver enzymes

Berg discusses ALT and AST as markers that can rise with cell damage, and GGT as a marker that may be associated with bile-flow problems. These test results should be interpreted by a healthcare professional.

Factors he associates with liver fat

He identifies high intake of fructose, refined sugars and starches; inadequate choline; and frequent consumption of seed oils as potential factors. He emphasizes that excess sugar and starch—not simply dietary fat—can contribute.

Foods he recommends

1. Eggs — A source of choline.
2. Extra-virgin olive oil — Contains polyphenols and unsaturated fats.
3. Fatty fish, such as salmon, sardines and mackerel — Sources of omega-3 fats.
4. Garlic — He suggests crushing it, letting it sit for about 10 minutes, then eating it.
5. Cruciferous vegetables, such as kale, broccoli, cabbage and Brussels sprouts.
6. Sauerkraut — He suggests 2–4 tablespoons daily.
7. Black coffee — Caffeinated or decaffeinated.
8. Avocado — He says it supplies materials used to make glutathione.

Fasting

Berg advocates an 18-hour daily fast with a 6-hour eating window and also discusses occasional 48- and 72-hour fasts. For longer fasts, he recommends dividing a teaspoon of sea salt across the day to address symptoms he attributes to sodium loss.

Caution: Fasting—especially for 48–72 hours—and salt intake can be unsafe for some people, including those with certain medical conditions or taking particular medications. Discuss major dietary changes or fasting with a qualified healthcare professional. The video’s recommendations are not a substitute for individualized medical care.

Presenter and sources

• Presenter: Dr. Eric Berg, DC.
• Berg refers generally to human trials and randomized controlled trials but does not identify specific studies in the subtitles.