Fatty liver disease, especially Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD), is rapidly becoming a common lifestyle ailment in India and globally. This condition, marked by the accumulation of excess fat in the liver, is often linked to poor diet, sedentary habits, obesity, alcohol consumption, and metabolic disorders. A recent study revealed that 80% of IT professionals in India are affected by fatty liver, largely due to high work-related stress, sedentary routines, and unhealthy lifestyle habits.While modern medicine offers treatment plans, Ayurveda presents a holistic and natural approach that focuses on cleansing, rejuvenation, and restoring balance to the body. Fasting, dietary detox, and Panchakarma therapy are three powerful tools in Ayurvedic care that can play a transformative role in managing and potentially reversing fatty liver disease.
Fasting: Letting The Liver Breathe
Intermittent fasting has gained popularity in recent years, and for good reason. In Ayurveda, controlled fasting is seen as a way to rest the digestive system and allow the body to enter a natural detoxification state. Fasting encourages the body to switch from glucose metabolism to fat metabolism (lipolysis), which helps reduce the accumulation of fat in the liver. More importantly, it activates autophagy, a natural cellular repair mechanism that helps eliminate damaged cells and regenerate liver tissue.