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World J Hepatol. Aug 27, 2025; 17(8): 107909
Published online Aug 27, 2025. doi: 10.4254/wjh.v17.i8.107909
Published online Aug 27, 2025. doi: 10.4254/wjh.v17.i8.107909
Myths and facts about the role of diet in metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease
Sabrina Alves Fernandes, Santa Casa de Porto Alegre Hospital Complex, Porto Alegre 90020-090, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil
Author contributions: Fernandes SA elaborated the research question and developed the article, in addition to reviewing the text.
Conflict-of-interest statement: Dr. Fernandes has nothing to disclose.
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Corresponding author: Sabrina Alves Fernandes, PhD, Researcher, Santa Casa de Porto Alegre Hospital Complex, Professor Duplan, 72, Porto Alegre 90420-030, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. sabrinaafernandes@gmail.com
Received: April 2, 2025
Revised: May 25, 2025
Accepted: July 18, 2025
Published online: August 27, 2025
Processing time: 149 Days and 10.4 Hours
Revised: May 25, 2025
Accepted: July 18, 2025
Published online: August 27, 2025
Processing time: 149 Days and 10.4 Hours
Abstract
Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) has become a leading cause of liver-related morbidity worldwide. Despite broad consensus on the importance of diet in managing the disease, numerous myths and misconceptions persist among patients, healthcare professionals, and the general public. This article aims to critically review the main myths and facts surrounding the role of diet in MASLD, in light of the most current scientific evidence.
Keywords: Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease; Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease; Diet; Nutrition; Fatty liver; Metabolic disease; Lifestyle; Myths
Core Tip: This review article summarizes the main misconceptions about diet and metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease and presents practical, evidence-based recommendations that help patients and professionals make science-based, informed decisions.