Healthy Lifestyle, Fatty Liver? Experts Reveal Hidden Risks!

• Lean MASLD (Metabolic dysfunction associated steatotic liver disease) affects seemingly healthy individuals, accounting for ~10% of cases in India.
• Dr. Piyush Vishwakarma states weight alone isn't a reliable marker; extreme diets, unregulated supplements, and unguided intermittent fasting contribute.
• Moderate alcohol, even clear spirits, combined with intense training, can accelerate liver inflammation, often unnoticed due to lack of early symptoms.
• Diagnosis is often late as patients appear fit, with symptoms like fatigue or discomfort appearing only after progression.
• Regular liver function tests (LFTs, ultrasounds, FibroScan) are crucial for early detection, even for those with a healthy lifestyle.

Why It Matters: Even healthy individuals can develop fatty liver; extreme diets, supplements, and alcohol are hidden risks requiring regular checks.