The problem of fatty liver and diabetes in Chandigarh is taking very serious form. According to a recent report, where 38 out of every 100 big people across the country are struggling with fatty liver disease. At the same time, this figure has reached 53.5% in Chandigarh. Experts say
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Children and youth are also increasing threat
Former Chief of PGI Gastroentrology Department, Dr. Rakesh Koshakars says that now such patients are also coming out who have never consumed alcohol, yet more than 5% of fat have been deposited in his liver. Junk food, sweet drinks and lifestyle of living are becoming the biggest reasons for this.
It has become a “silent epidemic” as its symptoms do not come up until the liver is severely damaged. That is why regular liver investigation and improvement in lifestyle is the most effective way to prevent it.
Dr. Rakesh Kosha, former chief Gastroenterology Department PGI.
The journey to liver cancer can be fatal
Doctors have warned that if problems such as fatty liver, hepatitis B-C, or excessive alcohol consumption are not treated in time, they can take the form of cirrhosis and liver cancer later. By the time the patients come to the hospital, a large part of the liver has been damaged, and the treatment becomes extremely difficult.
Keep the liver healthy like this
- Take a balanced and nutritious diet-avoid fast food, processed food, more oil-ghee and sugar.
- Make a complete distance from alcohol.
- Do not take medicines without doctor’s advice – especially herbal or raw medicines.
- Exercise daily – This improves blood circulation in the body and reduces liver fat.