Fatty liver disease
Fatty liver disease happens when too much fat builds up inside the liver cells. A small amount of fat is normal — but when fat makes up more than 5–10% of the liver’s weight, it becomes a problem. Your liver is your body’s detox factory — it processes nutrients, filters toxins, and helps regulate blood sugar and cholesterol. When fat overloads it, function starts to suffer. π Two Main Types πΊ Alcohol-Related Fatty Liver Caused by heavy alcohol use over time. π Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) Fat buildup not caused by alcohol. Common in people with: Obesity Type 2 diabetes High cholesterol Metabolic syndrome If inflammation develops, it can progress to NASH (Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis) — which is more serious. π§ What’s Happening Inside the Liver? Fat accumulation can lead to: Simple fatty liver (reversible) Inflammation Scarring (fibrosis) Cirrhosis (permanent liver damage) Increased risk of liver failure or liver can...