Nutrition could prevent or promote non-alcoholic fatty liver disease: an opportunity for intervention

Key messagesNon-alcoholic fatty disease (NAFLD) is a public health issue strongly related to obesity and metabolic disordersA poor diet promotes the development of NAFLD, and proper nutrition aids preventionUltra-processed foods, sugar sweetened beverages, and saturated fats are the main contributors; dietary patterns, such as the Mediterranean diet, could be the best preventionPrevention of NAFLD by avoidance of obesity is a challenging task that requires the participation of all stakeholders, from the government to parents, teachers, social media, food industry, and healthcare professionalsNon-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is characterised by fat accumulation in hepatocytes in people who drink little or no alcohol and is strongly related to metabolic disorders like obesity, type 2 diabetes, dyslipidaemia, and arterial hypertension.1 The global prevalence of NAFLD has increased over time, now reaching more than 30% of the general adult population, with an estimated annual growth of 0.7%.2 NAFLD is a complex, heterogeneous, and dynamic…
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