India’s Silent Epidemic: Fatty Liver in Young Adults
Introduction In recent years, a quiet but dangerous health issue has been growing in India— fatty liver disease in young adults . Once thought to affect only older people or those who drink alcohol heavily, fatty liver is now being found in teenagers and people in their 20s and 30s. Shockingly, many of them don’t even realize they have it. This blog aims to explain what fatty liver is, why it’s becoming common among young Indians, its causes, symptoms, prevention, and how to manage it naturally. What Is Fatty Liver? Fatty liver, also known as Hepatic Steatosis , is a condition where excess fat builds up in the liver. There are two main types: Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (AFLD) – caused by heavy drinking. Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) – occurs in people who drink little or no alcohol. In India, NAFLD is increasing rapidly , especially among young adults. It often begins silently, without any symptoms, and slowly damages the liver over time. Why Is It a Silent Epidemic? F...