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Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver: Causes and Treatment 

Preventing Fatty Liver: Essential Lifestyle Changes

Dr. Kshitij Kothari from Sahyadri Hospital, Hadapsar, shares insights on preventing fatty liver disease. While several videos discuss non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, this blog focuses solely on prevention.

Major Causes Of Fatty Liver

Before discussing prevention, it is essential to understand the primary causes of fatty liver disease:

• Obesity
• High cholesterol levels
• Diabetes mellitus
• Sedentary lifestyle

Fatty liver occurs when calorie intake exceeds calorie expenditure, leading to excessive fat accumulation in the liver. Adopting key lifestyle modifications can help prevent this condition.

Lifestyle Modifications For Fatty Liver Prevention

1. Regular Exercise

For individuals diagnosed with Grade 1 or Grade 2 fatty liver, regular exercise is crucial. The recommended exercise regimen includes:

• Moderate exercise: 150 minutes per week
• Intense exercise: 75 minutes per week (if time is limited)

Types of exercise:

• Moderate exercises: Running, yoga
• Intense exercises: Cycling, swimming
• Light exercises: Walking

For effective prevention, moderate to intense exercise is generally recommended.

2. Calorie Restriction

To manage fatty liver effectively, individuals with Grade 1 or Grade 2 conditions should reduce their calorie intake by 20-30%. This helps maintain a healthy weight and prevents excess fat accumulation in the liver.

3. Avoid Processed Foods and Alcohol

A crucial step in preventing fatty liver is eliminating:

• Processed foods
• Alcohol
• High-fat substances

Reducing these elements in the diet significantly lowers the risk of fatty liver disease.

4. Managing a Sedentary Lifestyle

A sedentary lifestyle, stress, and smoking contribute to fatty liver disease. Avoiding cholesterol-raising foods and managing stress levels can be beneficial in preventing liver damage.

Regular Health Checkups

Individuals diagnosed with fatty liver should undergo annual elastography and ALT (Alanine Aminotransferase) tests. Additionally, monitoring blood sugar levels and HbA1c levels is advised for those at risk.

By adopting these preventive measures, individuals can effectively manage and reduce their risk of developing fatty liver disease.

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