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Non Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease: A silent killer

  • May 8, 2025

Research shows that at least one in four adults is affected by nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. Since the condition isn’t easily diagnosed until it is in its later stages, it can wreak havoc on your heart health.

If a person has an unusual amount of fatty tissue build-up on their liver, they are at risk of getting heart disease. Fatty liver disease is widely common and remains hidden until late. The American Heart Association said that at least one in four adults across the world have undiagnosed fatty liver disease. For people with type 2 diabetes, the occurrence of NAFLD is even higher.

Diabetesmagazijn.nl/Unsplash. Patients with Type 2 Diabetes have an even higher chance of getting NAFLD

This number comes as a shock in the medical community, as it was previously believed that it was not so widely spread. NAFLD is a one-of-a-kind condition that affects both the liver and the heart. Health experts around the world have urged the general population to do something in this regard and not take this matter lightly.

National Cancer Institute/Unsplash.People with NAFLD could silently lose 2/3rd of their liver and might not even realize it.

In the U.S. alone, 24% of the population is affected by NAFLD. The disease also varies by race and ethnicity. Hispanics are most at risk for developing NAFLD, while whites come in second place, followed by African-Americans.

Experts believe that a lot has been done to combat and prevent heart diseases. High cholesterol, smoking, and hypertension are also largely under control. But the problem with NAFLD is that its symptoms are not evident in its earlier stages. It only comes to light when irreparable damage has already been done to the liver.

A person with NAFLD could lose two-thirds of their liver silently and yet, not realize it until it’s too late. Initially, the fatty tissue from NAFLD becomes scar tissue, which could become fibrosis in the later stages. Even blood tests are not a reliable source of detecting liver disease.

Robina Weermeijer/Unsplash. People with NAFLD are at a greater risk of heart disease too.

So, prevention is the best way to deal with liver diseases. Diet and exercise are key factors for a person who is at risk of developing NAFLD and subsequently, heart issues.

High sugar and saturated fats contribute to the fatty liver tissue, which could damage the liver.

Doctors almost always recommend a healthy diet full of healthier oils, complex carbs, and balanced nutrients to prevent liver diseases. Another important thing is to stay wary of any liver issues and get a medical check-up for NAFLD for early diagnosis and treatment.

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