Fatty Liver
Also known as: NAFLD, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
What it actually is
NAFLD is closely linked to insulin resistance, obesity, type 2 diabetes, and high cholesterol. Mild fatty liver is reversible with diet and weight loss; severe NASH (with inflammation) can progress to fibrosis or cirrhosis.
Why it matters for Pakistanis
Most Pakistanis discover fatty liver on a routine ultrasound. Good news: a 7–10% weight loss reverses it. Diet: cut sugar/refined carbs, eat protein, walk daily.
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Reviewed by Ghizayat's registered dietitian team. Not a substitute for medical advice.