Evidence-based food guidance for fatty liver disease · Based on AASLD 2023 Guidelines
Lambsquarters, Boiled, Drained, with Salt belongs to the Vegetables and Vegetable Products group in the USDA FoodData Central database. Per 100 grams, it provides 32.0 kcal, 3.2g protein, 5.0g carbohydrate, and 0.7g fat — of which 0.05g is saturated (7.1% of total fat).
Its processing is minimal, which puts it near the whole-food end of what the Mediterranean pattern prefers. The 2.1g of fiber per 100g is another data point worth weighing, since fiber supports the metabolic response the liver depends on. The sodium level is moderate at 265.0mg per 100g, easy enough to fit within a typical day. The standard preparation in the data is Per package or as prepared, which affects the fat profile that actually gets eaten. Every figure here traces back to the USDA nutrition data the site is built on, assessed with the same AASLD 2023 standards throughout.
With its Recommended rating, Lambsquarters, Boiled, Drained, with Salt fits easily into a Mediterranean-style week, the pattern the AASLD highlights for MASLD.
In context, lambsquarters, boiled, drained, with salt is very low in fat at 1g per 100g, so it contributes little saturated fat even in a regular rotation. The database lists a typical serving of 1 cup cooked; keeping servings in that range is the practical lever that matters most.
Compared with other entries in the Vegetables and Vegetable Products group, lambsquarters, boiled, drained, with salt sits where it does because of the numbers above — the saturated-fat share, added sugar, and processing checks that decide every rating on this site. The rating is not a verdict on the food as a whole; it is a verdict on how it fits the Mediterranean pattern recommended for MASLD.
Should I avoid Lambsquarters, Boiled, Drained, with Salt with fatty liver?
No, Lambsquarters, Boiled, Drained, with Salt can be included in a fatty liver diet. Saturated fat: 7% of total fat. The current clinical guidelines emphasize reducing saturated fat intake and choosing unsaturated fats instead. Lambsquarters, Boiled, Drained, with Salt should be consumed half the plate at each meal, with a serving size of a moderate portion.
What are the key nutrients in Lambsquarters, Boiled, Drained, with Salt for fatty liver?
Per 100g, Lambsquarters, Boiled, Drained, with Salt contains 3.2g protein, 0.7g fat (0.1g saturated), 5g carbs, 2.1g fiber, and 32 calories. For fatty liver, focus on the ratio of saturated to total fat and the fiber content. Foods with higher fiber and lower saturated fat are generally more supportive of liver health.
Why is Lambsquarters, Boiled, Drained, with Salt classified as Recommended for fatty liver?
Lambsquarters, Boiled, Drained, with Salt is classified as Recommended primarily because Saturated fat: 7% of total fat. This classification is based on the AASLD 2023 practice guidance, which evaluates foods based on their saturated fat profile, carbohydrate quality, added sugar content, and degree of processing. Choosing whole, minimally processed foods is generally recommended for optimal liver health.
How much Lambsquarters, Boiled, Drained, with Salt can I eat per day with fatty liver?
The recommended portion of Lambsquarters, Boiled, Drained, with Salt for someone with fatty liver is a moderate portion, half the plate at each meal. Portion control matters because excess calories — regardless of source — can contribute to liver fat accumulation. Even liver-friendly foods should be eaten in appropriate amounts.
Data Sources
Nutritional data from USDA FoodData Central. Verdict engine based on AASLD 2023 Practice Guidance and ADA 2024 Standards of Care. This is dietary reference information, not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making dietary changes.