A disorder known as fatty liver occurs when the liver accumulates too much fat, increasing the size of the organ. There are two kinds of fatty liver, according to Shlloka Joshii, a diet and lifestyle expert and teacher of classical Hatha yoga. Non-alcoholic fatty liver is a condition that affects those who either drink too little or not at all. It typically affects those who are obese, have diabetes, or are taking certain medications. Overindulgence in alcohol can result in alcoholic fatty liver, a condition in which the liver is unable to metabolize fat and assimilate nutrients. This further damages the liver, resulting in fibrosis or cirrhosis, a disease where the liver becomes dormant.
Signs and symptoms
“At first, usually after meals, one may feel exhausted or have pain or discomfort in the right side of the upper abdomen. Severe upper abdominal pain, nausea, weakness, weight loss, ascites (abdominal distention), pale stools, muscle atrophy, and leg edema are possible symptoms in the later stages.”
Reasons
Overindulgence in alcohol (a man who consumes 15 or more drinks a week and a woman who consumes more than 8 drinks would undoubtedly develop fatty liver, leading to liver failure after 10 to 15 years).
Being overweight
Insulin sensitivity
Diabetes type 2
Syndrome metabolic
High triglyceride levels, or cholesterol,
adverse effects of medication
Being pregnant
genetic illnesses
illnesses such as hepatitis C
Few Tips if you have fatty liver
Lemon: Every day, on an empty stomach, squeeze half a lemon into a glass of warm water. This helps to flush out toxins and enhances the health of the liver.
Papaya: Eat a bowl of papaya on an empty stomach to help minimize liver inflammation due to the enzymes in the fruit. In addition to vitamins A, C, and E, it contains minerals, fiber, and antioxidants.
Pectin, which is abundant in apples, aids in the body’s cleansing process and aids in the removal of toxins from the digestive system. Fatty liver can be avoided by eating an apple every day. You may, however, consume up to three apples daily, one before each meal (breakfast, lunch, and supper), if you have Grade 2 or Grade 3 fatty liver. Alternatively, ingest 20–40 milliliters of apple cider vinegar on an empty stomach.
Beetroots: Due to their high vitamin C content, beetroots are believed to increase enzymatic activity and activate bile juice. Rich in vitamin A, carrots promote the liver’s general processes and help ward off liver disease. One medium-sized carrot or beetroot per serving before meals, in the form of a salad, would be a good suggestion.
Green veggies: Rich in essential antioxidants and chlorophyll, green veggies support the liver and remove toxins from the blood. You can eat a diet rich in nutritious greens such as lettuce, spinach, green peas, okra, kale, broccoli, and cauliflower. We advise eating 100–150 grams of boiled or steam-cooked veggies before a meal, or they can be eaten in place of the actual meal.
