Why Does a Fatty Liver Have No Symptoms? – NAFLD (Non Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease) by Dr.Berg

In many cases, there are no symptoms of a fatty liver until it may be too late. Why does this happen, and what can you do? 

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Timestamps
0:00 Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
0:35 The two types of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
1:45 MAFLD 
3:11 Insulin 
3:53 Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and alcoholic fatty liver disease

Today we’re going to talk about non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). 25% of the world population (adults only) has non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. 40% of the US population (adults only) actually has non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. It’s very common, but in most cases, there are no symptoms. 

There are two types of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease:
1. Fat only 
2. Fat and inflammation 

The symptoms of a fatty liver don’t typically show up for many years. The situation often goes from a fatty liver to an inflamed fatty liver to cirrhosis. But, you might not know you have a fatty liver and take action until you have symptoms, which could be too late.  

• 90% of obese people have NAFLD
• 60% of diabetics have NAFLD
• 20% of people with normal weight have NAFLD, with the majority also having insulin resistance 

Insulin converts glucose to triglycerides. I believe high levels of insulin are what’s causing non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Carbohydrates (especially fructose and omega 6 fatty acids) are what’s behind high insulin.  

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and alcoholic fatty liver disease have different causes but the same effects. This could mean that fructose, omega-6 fatty acids, and other refined carbohydrates have a very similar effect as alcohol on the liver. 

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Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients so he can focus on educating people as a full time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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Thanks for watching! I hope this helps you better understand non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.