The Role of Diet and Lifestyle in the Pathophysiology and Management of NAFLD

Dear Colleagues,

NAFLD is the most common liver disease worldwide, and there is no effective drug therapy for this condition currently. This Special Issue will explore the detrimental impact of poor diet and/or physical inactivity on NAFLD’s pathophysiology and associated extra-hepatic outcomes through interacting with genetic factors. This may be related to such dietary factors as different macronutrient compositions, different relative intakes of plant vs. meat-based products, sugar-sweetened beverages or ultraprocessed foods, with examples from overfeeding/inactivity studies. Additionally, the Special Issue will explore the impact of dietary modifications (e.g., intermittent fasting, time-restricted feeding, low-carb or low-calorie diets). We will also explore the impact of physical activity modulation, including walking-based, aerobic, resistance, or high-intensity interval training.

Considering the success of the previous Special Issue, entitled "From NAFLD to MAFLD: The Role of Diet and Lifestyle in Its Pathophysiology and Treatment", we are pleased to announce that we are launching a second Special Issue on this topic.

Prof. Dr. Daniel Cuthbertson
Guest Editor

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