Recent studies show that fatty liver disease is increasing sharply in India, and experts say the main reason is an unhealthy lifestyle and rising metabolic disorders.
Key findings
- A large percentage of Indian adults are now estimated to have fatty liver.
- The condition is no longer limited to alcohol consumption.
- Many cases are non-alcoholic fatty liver, linked to daily habits and health conditions.
Major reasons behind the rise
1) Lack of physical activity
Modern lifestyles involve long sitting hours, screen time, and very little exercise. This leads to fat accumulation in the body and liver.
2) Unhealthy diet
Frequent intake of:
- Junk food
- Sugary drinks
- Refined carbohydrates
- High-calorie processed food
increases fat storage in the liver.
3) Obesity and diabetes
Fatty liver is closely linked to:
- Weight gain
- Insulin resistance
- Type 2 diabetes
- High cholesterol
These metabolic problems are rising quickly in India.
4) Genetic tendency
Research suggests that Indians may be more prone to storing fat in the liver, even at lower body weights.
Why it is dangerous
- Early fatty liver usually shows no symptoms.
- Many people discover it only during routine tests.
- If ignored, it can progress to:
- Liver inflammation
- Fibrosis
- Cirrhosis
- Liver cancer
Main cause in one line
Unhealthy lifestyle, poor diet, and lack of exercise are the biggest reasons behind the rapid rise of fatty liver in India.
