How common is fatty liver disease?

August 19, 2024

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How common is fatty liver disease?

Fatty liver disease, also known as hepatic steatosis, is quite common, especially in developed countries. There are two main types of fatty liver disease: non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and alcoholic fatty liver disease (AFLD).

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD):

  • Prevalence: NAFLD is the most common cause of chronic liver disease globally. It is estimated that about 25% of the world’s population has NAFLD. In the United States, the prevalence is similar, affecting around 25-30% of adults.
  • Risk Factors: The rising rates of obesity, type 2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome, and sedentary lifestyles have contributed to the increasing prevalence of NAFLD. It is most common in people who are overweight or obese, have insulin resistance, or high cholesterol.

Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (AFLD):

  • Prevalence: AFLD occurs in people who consume excessive amounts of alcohol. Around 90% of heavy drinkers will develop fatty liver, but not all will progress to more severe liver conditions like alcoholic hepatitis or cirrhosis. The exact prevalence is harder to quantify as it depends on alcohol consumption patterns.

Global Trends:

  • NAFLD is more prevalent in developed countries, where obesity and metabolic diseases are more common. However, as these issues spread to developing countries, the incidence of fatty liver disease is rising there as well.

Conclusion:

Fatty liver disease is highly common, affecting about 25% of the global population, with NAFLD being the most widespread form due to rising rates of obesity and related metabolic disorders. AFLD is also common among heavy drinkers. Both forms of the disease can lead to serious liver complications if not managed properly.

The Non Alcoholic Fatty Liver Strategy™ By Julissa Clay the program discussed in the eBook, Non Alcoholic Fatty Liver Strategy, has been designed to improve the health of your liver just by eliminating the factors and reversing the effects caused by your fatty liver. It has been made an easy-to-follow program by breaking it up into lists of recipes and stepwise instructions. Everyone can use this clinically proven program without any risk. You can claim your money back within 60 days if its results are not appealing to you.