Fatty liver is a condition in which excess fat accumulates in the liver, which is an important organ of the body. If not treated on time, it can lead to serious conditions such as liver cirrhosis. The main causes are:
Obesity and lack of exercise: The most important reason for fatty liver is excessive weight gain. Especially fat accumulation around the abdomen can affect the functioning of the liver. When physical activity decreases, the body does not use fat properly and it is stored in the liver.
Wrong diet: Consumption of excessive sugar, flour, fried and fried foods, and bakery sweets increases fat in the liver. The excess calories and bad cholesterol contained in fast foods can damage the liver.
Diabetes and insulin resistance: When the level of insulin in the blood does not function properly, the body converts blood sugar into fat. This accumulation of fat in the liver is called ‘Non-alcoholic fatty liver’ (NAFLD).
Excessive alcohol consumption: Alcohol is the main culprit that damages liver cells. While processing alcohol, the liver experiences severe stress and this leads to fat accumulation (Alcoholic Fatty Liver) and liver inflammation.
Lifestyle diseases: High blood pressure and increased triglycerides in the blood adversely affect liver health. Side effects of some medications can also cause fatty liver.