8 ways you can live well and longer with Hepatitis C

Live healthy with these 8 easy food habits

Hepatitis C is a viral infection of the liver. If it lasts long-term—and it usually does—getting appropriate medical care helps prevent serious complications such as cirrhosis and liver cancer. Beyond that, making healthy lifestyle choices helps protect your liver and boost your well-being. Read on to learn what you can do.

1. Eat a Healthy Diet

When you have hepatitis C, eating a nutritious, balanced diet helps your liver work better and reduces your risk of developing cirrhosis, or scarring of the liver. Choose a variety of whole grains, fruits and vegetables, low-fat milk and dairy products, and healthy protein foods such as fish, lean meats, and dried beans.

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