Fatty liver is a condition in which excess fat accumulates in the liver. Although the symptoms are not apparent initially, if proper attention is not given, it can lead to serious liver diseases. The main reasons are:
Obesity and lack of exercise: Weight gain, especially fat accumulation around the abdomen, is the main cause of fatty liver. When physical activity decreases, the body starts storing fat in the liver instead of using it properly.
Wrong diet: Consumption of excessive sugar, starchy foods like flour, and fried and fried foods increases fat in the liver. Fructose in packaged foods can harm liver cells.
Alcohol (Alcoholic Fatty Liver): Excessive alcohol consumption damages liver cells and reduces the liver’s ability to remove fat. This leads to a serious condition called ‘alcoholic fatty liver’.
Diabetes and Insulin Resistance: People with type 2 diabetes and insulin resistance are at higher risk of developing fatty liver. Fluctuations in insulin levels in the blood lead to fat accumulation in the liver.
High cholesterol: High levels of bad cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood directly affect liver health. This can lead to swelling in the liver and damage to cells.