Non Alcoholic Fatty liver Diseases: An Overview

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease is the most common liver disease worldwide, affecting up to 25% of the global population. The exact cause is unknown, but it is often associated with obesity, insulin resistance, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol levels. It is divided into two types:...

• Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is defined as fat accumulation in the liver exceeding 5% of hepatocytes, in the absence of significant alcohol consumption (≤20g/day). It can be primary (NAFLD itself) or secondary to other conditions like hepatitis C or metabolic disorders.