Is Your Liver Secretly Killing You? - AI Podcast

Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health

Story at-a-glance

• Fatty liver disease affects nearly 25% of adults globally and progresses silently, leading to cirrhosis, heart disease, diabetes, and liver cancer
• Research shows that fatty liver disease significantly increases mortality risk, especially from endocrine disorders and during the first year after diagnosis
• Cardiovascular disease ranks as a top threat for people with fatty liver disease, with advanced liver fibrosis substantially increasing the risk of serious adverse events
• Excessive fructose consumption from processed foods triggers de novo lipogenesis (fat creation) in the liver and promotes insulin resistance, even without alcohol consumption
• Treatment focuses on addressing root causes through dietary changes, regular physical activity, weight management, muscle-building, and addressing metabolic imbalances like insulin resistance