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Fatty Liver Disease

Digestive SystemchronicVery CommonPreventable

Also known as: NAFLD, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver, Hepatic Steatosis, MASLD

Over 1 billion people (25% of global population)

affected Globally

Leading cause of liver transplants in coming decades

death Rank

Most common in ages 40-60

age Range

Yes - through weight management and diet

preventable

Reversible in early stages with lifestyle changes

duration

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease occurs when excess fat builds up in the liver without significant alcohol consumption. It ranges from simple steatosis (fat accumulation) to NASH (non-alcoholic steatohepatitis) which involves inflammation and can progress to cirrhosis. It is closely linked to obesity, diabetes, and metabolic syndrome.

Who's at Risk?

Overweight or obese individuals

Type 2 diabetes patients

High cholesterol or triglycerides

Metabolic syndrome

Sedentary lifestyle

Hispanic and Asian populations

Postmenopausal women

This information is for educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for diagnosis and treatment.

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