How protein protects against fatty liver

(Deutsches Zentrum fuer Diabetesforschung DZD) Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease is the most common chronic liver disease in the world, with sometimes life-threatening consequences. A high-protein, calorie-reduced diet can cause the harmful liver fat to melt away - more effectively than a low-protein diet. A new study by DIfE/DZD researchers published in the journal 'Liver International' shows which molecular and physiological processes are potentially involved.