Fatty Liver – Signs, Diet & Treatment
Fatty liver, also known as Hepatic Steatosis, occurs when excess fat builds up in the liver cells.
While it may not cause symptoms in the early stages, fatty liver can progress to inflammation, fibrosis, cirrhosis, and even liver failure if ignored.
The good news?
When detected early, fatty liver is 100% reversible with lifestyle changes and proper medical guidance.
🔍 What Is Fatty Liver?
A healthy liver normally contains small amounts of fat.
Fatty liver is diagnosed when more than 5–10% of the liver is filled with fat.
There are two types:
1️⃣ Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD)
- Most common
- Occurs due to obesity, diabetes, poor diet, cholesterol issues
2️⃣ Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (AFLD)
- Caused by excessive alcohol consumption
⚠️ Early Signs & Symptoms
Fatty liver often shows no symptoms in early stages.
But as the condition progresses, you may experience:
- Constant tiredness
- Pain/heaviness on the right side of abdomen
- Bloating
- Indigestion
- Unexplained weight gain
- Loss of appetite
- Nausea
- Swelling in legs (in later stages)
- Dark-colored urine
If untreated, fatty liver can progress to NASH (inflammation) and later cirrhosis.
🧪 What Causes Fatty Liver?
The most common factors include:
- Obesity
- High cholesterol
- Diabetes or prediabetes
- PCOD/PCOS
- Sedentary lifestyle
- Excessive alcohol
- High-fat & high-sugar diet
- Thyroid disorders
- Rapid weight gain
- Side effects of medications
Even thin individuals can have fatty liver (lean NAFLD).
🩺 How Fatty Liver Is Diagnosed
Your doctor may recommend:
- Ultrasound abdomen (most common and accurate first test)
- Liver function tests (LFT)
- Fibroscan (to assess fibrosis)
- Blood sugar & cholesterol tests
- Complete health evaluation
Early diagnosis ensures you avoid long-term liver damage.
🍽️ Best Diet for Fatty Liver (Doctor-Recommended)
Foods to Include
✔ Green leafy vegetables (spinach, methi, broccoli)
✔ High-fibre fruits (apple, papaya, orange, berries)
✔ Whole grains (oats, brown rice, ragi, jowar)
✔ Lean proteins (dal, eggs, chicken, fish)
✔ Healthy fats (nuts, seeds, olive oil)
✔ Green tea (improves metabolism)
✔ Adequate water
Foods to Avoid
❌ Fried and oily foods
❌ Bakery items (cakes, biscuits, puffs)
❌ Processed foods
❌ Sugary drinks & juices
❌ Excess rice & potatoes
❌ Excess red meat
❌ Alcohol (strictly avoid in fatty liver)
❌ Sweets, chocolates, ice creams
🏋️ Lifestyle Tips for Reversing Fatty Liver
- 30 minutes walking daily
- Avoid late-night eating
- Have early dinner (before 8 pm)
- Reduce sugar and refined carbs
- Lose weight gradually
- Sleep 7–8 hours
- Avoid alcohol
- Stay hydrated
- Reduce stress
Even 5–10% weight loss can significantly reduce liver fat.
💊 Treatment Options
There is no magic pill, but fatty liver is easily reversible with:
1️⃣ Diet modification
Tailored diet plan based on body type & health conditions.
2️⃣ Weight management
Safe and gradual fat loss.
3️⃣ Controlling sugar & cholesterol
Essential for long-term improvement.
4️⃣ Treating underlying conditions
Thyroid issues, PCOD, diabetes, etc.
5️⃣ Medication support
If needed, your doctor may prescribe liver-protective medicines.
🩺 Why Consult Dr. Ankur Bhanushali?
- Detailed evaluation & diagnosis
- Personalized fatty liver reversal plan
- Expert guidance on diet, lifestyle, and medications
- Monitoring to prevent liver inflammation or fibrosis
- Complete digestive and metabolic health management
Early treatment = complete reversal.
📞 Book Consultation for Fatty Liver Treatment
If you experience fatigue, bloating, or right-side abdominal discomfort, get your liver checked early.
Timely evaluation prevents serious liver diseases.
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