Medical studies have shown that grilled meat at high temperatures can produce toxic compounds such as polyureticated fragrant hydrocarburids (PAHs) and probiotics (HCAs) - substances associated with hepatitis, liver cell damage and the risk of liver cancer.
People with high liver enzymes should be especially careful with baked and fried foods at high temperatures.
Can people with high liver enzymes eat grilled meat? The answer is yes, but you have to eat it properly.
Not all grilled meat is harmful. The choice of ingredients, seasoning and processing techniques will determine whether the dish is healthy or not.
People with high liver enzymes can still eat grilled meat safely if:
Choose lean, low-fat meat
People with high liver enzymes should prioritize lean meats such as skinless chicken breast, salmon, mackerel, or buffalo and pork. Avoid areas with high fat, skin or visceral fat because saturated fat can increase the metabolic burden on the liver.
Steep with natural spices, avoid grease and bottled sauce
Instead of marinating with industrial sauces containing a lot of sugar, salt and additives, use garlic, turmeric, ginger, pepper, lemon, lemongrass to marinate. These spices not only make dishes delicious but also have anti-inflammatory and liver-supporting effects.
Turmeric and curcumin can reduce liver enzymes ALT and AST in patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.
Bake at medium temperature and turn often
Do not let the meat burn black or have a burning smell - a sign of the formation of carcinogens. Bake at medium heat, keep a distance from the source of the fire and stir-fry evenly to limit side effects.
Combined with fresh vegetables and fruits
Eating with grilled meat with lots of vegetables such as carrots, pumpkin, lettuce, cabbage... helps supplement fiber, vitamins and support the liver in eliminating toxins. December with papaya, pineapple or grapefruit can enhance digestive enzymes and reduce the burden on the liver.
Do not eat too much and avoid using it with alcohol
Even if the dish is prepared healthily, people with high liver enzymes should not eat more than 100-150g of meat/time. In particular, absolutely avoid drinking alcohol when eating grilled meat because it will increase the risk of acute liver damage.
