Fatty liver – A silent killer

What is NAFL - Non Alcoholic Fatty Liver

Non Alcoholic Fatty Liver or NAFL, happens when there is fat deposited in the liver. This fat obstructs the liver to function normally. Usually due to obesity , high blood pressure or high cholesterol. With the lifestyle we have these days, eating outside food, less to no exercise, living with stress almost every person is diagnosed with some amount of fatty liver. The problem is you will not feel any discomfort because of fatty liver unless the situation is out of hand. One of my relative had yellow pigment in his, he went to the doctor , was told he had advance stage fatty liver which has led to cancer. Well, its just downhill after that. I am writing this to make you aware , so that you can act now before its too late. The only good news about all this is that fatty liver can be easily reversed if diagnosed on time. Sometimes, in spite of doing everything correct you can still develop fatty liver as it can hereditary. So, my advise is to get regular check ups. A simple blood work will show if you got it. So, please don’t be ignorant get your blood work done otherwise when life slips it won’t even give a warning. One day you are nicely driving, planning a vacation, the next day you are in queue for a chemo as the fatty liver has turned into Cancer. This is exactly what happened with my cousin. Its sad.

Good news - You can reverse NAFL !

God forbid, if you have been diagnosed with Fatty liver, there is good news. With the help of some home remedies, lifestyle changes and off course exercise you can reverse the effects of fatty liver.

So lets start with home remedies to reverse fatty liver. Here they are:

Turmeric – This is a miracle herb with power to cure inflammation. Drink turmeric with lemon and cinnamon in warm water every morning in empty stomach. Mostly all Indian household have it but in case you are not familiar here is a link. Make sure to use pure turmeric many times people are selling yellow color powder in name of turmeric.
Coffee – Have coffee everyday. Coffee also has enzymes that can clean the liver. You can black coffee as it has less calories.
Aloe Vera gel – Aloe vera also helps purify blood and promote healthy liver functions. Buy here
Hellebore or Kutki – Kutki powder with water can taken once a day for the fatty liver reversal. Buy here
Milk Thistle – Milk Thistle boosts the production og enzymes that promote liver health. Buy here

Second is Lifestyle changes.

Reduce Weight – Very important to lose weight. Most of the abdominal problems arise due to weight.
Eat healthy – Incorporate more fruits and vegetables in your diet. You can have nuts and legumes. Always soak nuts before consuming them.
Exercise – I know its a no brainer. Off course exercise is essential for living a healthy life. There are certain yoga postures that also helps in reducing fatty liver.
Reduce Alcohol – I know this is a Non Alcoholic fatty liver and alcohol did not cause it. But reducing alcohol is a good idea.

Yoga for reducing Fatty liver

Triangle Pose – To do this pose:

Jump, step, or walk your feet slightly wider than your hips.
Turn your right toes forward and your left toes outward.
Raise your arms parallel to the floor, palms facing down.
Hinge at your right hip and extend your right arm forward.
Lower your right arm and raise your left arm toward the ceiling.
Gently rotate your neck up and down, gazing upward or downward.
Hold this pose for up to 30 seconds.
Repeat on the other side.

Sphinx Pose – To do this pose:

Begin by lying flat on your stomach.
Place your elbows directly under your shoulders, firmly pressing your palms and forearms into the floor.
Engage your lower back, buttocks, and thighs as you raise your upper torso and head.
Maintain a straight gaze and focus on elongating your spine.
Hold this pose for up to 1 minute.

Cobra Pose – To do this pose:

Lie on your stomach with your hands beneath your shoulders.
Draw your elbows into your torso.
Inhale as you lift your head, chest, and shoulders.
Keep a gentle bend in your elbows as you lift and expand your chest.
Engage your lower back, abdominals, and thighs.
Hold for up to 30 seconds.
Gently release the pose.
Repeat 1–3 times.

Bow Pose – To do this pose:

Lie on your stomach with your arms extended beside you.
Bend your knees and reach your hands back to grip the outer edges of your ankles.
If possible, lift your chest and shoulders off the ground,
Gaze forward and take slow, deep breaths.
Hold the pose for up to 30 seconds.
Repeat 1–2 times.

Fishes Pose – To do this pose:

Begin in a seated position.
Place your right foot to the outside of your left hip, pointing your right knee forward.
Bring your left foot to the outside of your right thigh.
Place your left hand on the floor behind you, pressing into your fingertips for support.
Move your right arm to the outside of your left leg.
Gently rotate your torso and gaze over either shoulder.
Hold the pose for up to 1 minute.
Repeat on the opposite side.