Overview
Clinical and Ayurvedic guidance for fatty liver.
Liver Disorder
Fatty Liver
Fatty liver (hepatic steatosis) is excess fat accumulation in liver cells. It can progress from mild steatosis to inflammatory NASH, fibrosis, cirrhosis, and increased liver cancer risk if ignored.
Physiology of Fatty Liver
Hepatocytes metabolize fats in healthy liver. Excess triglyceride accumulation disrupts detoxification, bile flow, and metabolic regulation.
Causes and Risk Drivers
NAFLD and metabolic syndrome
Obesity, insulin resistance, and dyslipidemia drive fat deposition in liver.
Alcohol-related fatty liver
Alcohol impairs fat metabolism and increases hepatic fat accumulation.
Diet and sedentary behavior
High refined carbs, processed foods, and low activity worsen steatosis.
Medication, genetics, and rapid weight loss
Certain drugs, genetic tendency, or sudden weight loss may contribute.
Holistic Management
Ayurvedic Focus
- Balance pitta-kapha and reduce ama burden.
- Support digestion, detox pathways, and liver resilience.
Practical Recovery Steps
- Adopt low-processed, high-fiber meals and avoid alcohol.
- Use regular exercise and yoga for weight and insulin control.
- Track liver markers with clinician follow-up.