Tag: Fatty Liver
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Fatty Liver Signs at Home: 5 Clues for Indians Today
Introduction: A rising health concern in India Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) is becoming increasingly common in India, with estimates suggesting that about 38% of adults may be affected. The condition often progresses quietly, without dramatic symptoms. While a formal diagnosis requires medical tests like ultrasounds or liver function tests, there are early signs you…
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5 Home Signs That Could Signal Fatty Liver: What Indians Should Know
NAFLD in India: A Growing Silent Concern Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) is increasingly common in India, with expert estimates suggesting about 38% of adults may be affected. Often silent, fatty liver can quietly progress to more serious liver conditions if not addressed. While a proper diagnosis requires medical tests such as ultrasounds and liver…
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Five Home Signs of Fatty Liver to Watch for in India, Say Doctors
Fatty Liver in India: A Silent Health Concern A silent health concern is gripping India. Recent estimates suggest that about 38% of adults may have Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD). The condition often hides behind everyday fatigue and subtle body signals, making awareness crucial. While a proper diagnosis requires medical tests such as ultrasounds or…
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Intermittent Fasting: 5 Mistakes Hindering Weight Loss
Intermittent fasting and insulin resistance: why results can stall Intermittent fasting (IF) is a popular approach for boosting metabolic health and promoting weight loss. But for individuals with insulin resistance, IF doesn’t always deliver the expected payoff. Wellness expert and best-selling author Dr. Eric Berg notes that insulin resistance can blunt IF by hindering the…
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Rising MASLD Cases: Exams, AI Roles, and Prevention in Fatty Liver
Understanding the Surge in MASLD Fatty liver disease is increasingly common worldwide, with MASLD (Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease) emerging as the predominant form. Global estimates place the prevalence around 38% among adults, with a notable 15% increase over the last two decades. MASLD often coexists with metabolic disorders such as obesity, type 2 diabetes,…
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Rising Fatty Liver Cases (+15%): Tests, AI Tools, and MasLD Insights
Rising fatty liver cases: what MasLD means for health Recent expert discussions highlight a worrying rise in fatty liver disease. Known as Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MasLD), this condition now affects a large share of adults worldwide and is increasingly recognized as a major public health challenge. MasLD describes the abnormal buildup of fat…
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Fatty Liver Surge (+15%): Tests, Monitoring, and the Role of AI
What is MASLD and why are cases rising? Global health experts are sounding the alarm over a sharp rise in fatty liver disease, now often referred to as MASLD (Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease). Recent estimates place the condition in roughly 38% of the adult population worldwide, representing a 15% increase compared with two decades…
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Four Common Liver Diseases in India and How to Prevent Them
The liver is one of the body’s most hard-working organs—quietly detoxifying and storing energy. Yet in recent years, India has seen a rise in liver diseases tied to lifestyle and dietary habits. Dr Swapnil Sharma, consultant for liver transplant and GI surgery at Wockhardt Hospital, Mumbai Central, shares insights with HT Lifestyle on the most…
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World Heart Day 2025: Apollo Hospitals calls for proactive heart health in India
World Heart Day 2025: A call for proactive heart health in India On World Heart Day 2025, Apollo Hospitals is urging every Indian to “not miss a beat” and make heart-healthy living a daily discipline. The theme, Dont Miss a Beat, spotlights prevention-first healthcare, closing care gaps, and timely screening across all ages. Cardiovascular disease…
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Liver Fat, Not Weight, Key to Health Risks in Obese Kids
New Findings Spotlight Liver Fat, Not Just Weight, in Obese Children A recent study from Tel Aviv University and the Dana Dwek Children’s Hospital reveals that liver fat percentage may be a more important indicator of health risk in obese children than weight alone. Using cutting-edge non-invasive techniques, researchers compared 31 Israeli children with obesity,…