PROGRAM BENEFITS
Arizona Liver Health, we are committed to raising awareness about the importance of understanding and addressing fatty liver disease. This condition can affect anyone- regardless of age, gender, or lifestyle-and often develops silently, showing few or no symptoms unit it progresses to more severe stages. Our mission is to help you understand how the liver evolves from a healthy state to potentially life-altering conditions like cirrhosis, empowering you to take charge of your liver health.
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Education: Understanding the Progression of Fatty Liver Disease
Fatty Liver Disease (MASLD): A condition where fat builds up in the liver due to metabolic imbalances, which can potentially lead to liver damage if left unaddressed.
MASH: A more advanced and severe form of fatty liver disease characterized by inflammation and liver cell damage, increasing the risk of scarring and long-term complications.
MASLD (Metabolic-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease): This updated term replaces NAFLD and refers to individuals with fat accumulation in the liver along with at least one metabolic risk factor, such as being overweight or obese, having high blood pressure, diabetes, or abnormal cholesterol or triglyceride levels.
MetALD (Metabolic-Associated Alcohol-Related Liver Disease): A subset of MASLD that applies to individuals who consume alcohol above the recommended limits while also meeting the criteria for MASLD.
Approximately 35% of people in the U.S. are affected by some form of fatty liver disease, with about 5% progressing to the more severe condition of MASH. Early detection and management are key to protecting liver health and preventing further damage.
Who is eligible?
Fatty liver disease can affect anyone, but certain factors increase the risk:
1. Obesity: Excess body weight is a major risk factor.
2. Type 2 Diabetes: People with diabetes are more likely to develop fatty liver.
3. Metabolic Syndrome: This includes obesity, high blood pressure, abnormal cholesterol levels, high triglycerides, and high blood sugar.
4. Poor Diet: High intake of sugar, fats, and processed foods can lead to fat buildup in the liver.
5. Sedentary Lifestyle: Lack of physical activity contributes to weight gain and liver fat.
6. Genetics: Family history can play a role in developing fatty liver disease.
7. Age: Although it can occur at any age, it is more common in middle-aged and older adults.
8. High Alcohol Consumption: Excessive drinking can lead to a form of fatty liver disease called MetALD.|
Making healthy lifestyle choices, such as maintaining a balanced diet, exercising regularly, and limiting alcohol
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