MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

Detailed explanation-1: -Protein intake-The target daily protein intake is 1.2 to 1.5 g/kg, based on ideal body weight (calculator 2). We advise patients to consume a diverse range of protein sources (eg, vegetable, chicken, fish, dairy-based proteins), and advise them to consume protein at each meal and with each snack.

Detailed explanation-2: -Conclusion: Supplementation with branched-chain amino acids plus a high-fiber, high-protein diet is a safe intervention in patients with cirrhosis. It helps increase muscle mass and does not raise the levels of ammonia or glucose, nor is it associated with the development of hepatic encephalopathy.