
17/06/2025
Fatty Liver – A New Normal That Shouldn’t Be
Fatty liver disease, once considered rare, is rapidly becoming a common health issue globally. Often labeled as the “new normal,” this condition is linked to poor diet, sedentary lifestyle, stress, and metabolic imbalances. The liver, a vital organ responsible for detoxification, metabolism, and digestion, becomes compromised when excessive fat accumulates in its cells.
There are two main types: alcoholic fatty liver disease (AFLD) and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). NAFLD is now alarmingly prevalent, even in younger adults and children, largely due to processed food consumption, sugar overload, and lack of physical activity.
Many people with fatty liver have no symptoms until the condition progresses to inflammation (steatohepatitis), scarring (fibrosis), or cirrhosis. That’s why early detection through regular health checkups is crucial. Fortunately, fatty liver can often be reversed through lifestyle changes, including weight loss, a balanced diet rich in whole foods, reduced sugar and alcohol intake, regular exercise, and stress management.
Holistic approaches like Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) (Acupressure and Reflexology)and nutritional therapy can support liver health by promoting detoxification and energy balance.
While fatty liver might seem like a common, non-threatening issue, ignoring it can lead to severe health problems. It’s time to take it seriously—not normalize it.