Hep C Treatment - How to help your body

• Keep your body well hydrated – make sure you drink enough water


• Stop drinking or try to limit the amount of alcohol that you drink


• Try to maintain a healthy weight for your height. It has been shown that those with hepatitis C who are overweight may increase the likelihood of fatty deposits in their liver, which could worsen their condition.


• Maintaining a healthy weight means that you are likely to respond more positively to treatment for hepatitis C


• Stop smoking – smoking has been shown to be a negative factor in treatment success