Slightly elevated liver enzymes

jayrae257 · March 2018

So I recently had some blood tests done and my doctor said that my liver enzymes are slightly elevated so she wants to test them again in 3 months, she also wants me on a low-fat diet. This came as a big surprise to me. I know I'm in no means healthy but I feel normal. I'm 5 ft and weigh 90.6 lbs (according to my digital scale)/97 lbs (according to doctor's office, sliding scale). I don't eat well, I usually only eat once a day and it's typically a small meal such as pasta with butter. I'm trying to fix this but I have very little appetite and I'm a picky eater (sensory). What I'm wondering is why doesn't my weight reflect the amount of fat in my system? Any ideas?

Sparkeysworld · March 2018

Get some TUDCA or UDCA, proven to reduce elevated liver enzymes.
Google it.

collectingblues · March 2018

This is common in people who are underweight (because I'm betting that you've probably got clothes on at your doctor's, so that 97 isn't accurate) and undernourished.

Gain some weight. Eat some food.

crita50 · March 2018

Pasta and butter is not a nutrient-dense meal. Your body needs a variety of foods to ensure you are getting all the vitamins and minerals it needs to function properly. If you are not that hungry eat a variety nutrient dense foods like fruit, vegetables, legumes, meat, etc.

kimny72 · March 2018

collectingblues wrote: »

This is common in people who are underweight (because I'm betting that you've probably got clothes on at your doctor's, so that 97 isn't accurate) and undernourished.

Gain some weight. Eat some food.

This. OP, undereating and maintaining an underweight status can cause harm, including disrupting organ function. You need to take better care of yourself and eat more. Food is fuel. If you are not able to eat a reasonable amount and variety of food, please ask your doctor to refer you to a dietitian or therapist who can help you with that.

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