The risk of fatty liver is increasing rapidly in Gen Z. Do not ignore these 5 symptoms seen in youth.

News India Live, Digital Desk: Liver is the ‘engine’ of our body, but the lifestyle of today’s young generation i.e. Gen-G is jamming this engine. Experts say that highly processed food, sugary drinks and the habit of sitting at one place for hours are causing Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) in youth. Initial symptoms of fatty liver in youth: People often dismiss it as normal fatigue, but these signs can be serious: Constant feeling of tiredness: Feeling tired and weak all the time even without doing any heavy work is a sign of liver sluggishness. Pain or heaviness in the right side of the abdomen: A feeling of heaviness or mild pain in the right side just below the ribs is a sign of inflammation in the liver. Sudden weight gain: Rapid increase in fat, especially around the belly, indicates a fatty liver. Yellowness of the skin and eyes: Feeling slight yellowness or itching is a sign that the liver is struggling to flush out toxins. Loss of appetite and nausea: Feeling nauseated in the morning or having reduced desire to eat is also a major symptom.[Image showing the difference between a healthy liver and a fatty liver in a young human body]Why is this disease increasing in Gen Z? Sitting job and screen time: Use of laptop or mobile while sitting at one place for hours. Excessive intake of sugar and caffeine: Excessive use of energy drinks, cola and sweet coffee. Lack of sleep: Staying awake till late night worsens the body’s metabolism, which has a direct impact on the liver. Processed food: Bad fats present in pizza, burgers and packaged snacks start accumulating around the liver. Easy ways of prevention (Prevention) 30 minutes of exercise daily: Walking or yoga helps in reducing liver fat. Fiber-rich diet: Include green vegetables, whole grains and fruits in the diet. Adequate amount of water: Remove dirt from the liver by keeping the body hydrated. Regular checkup: If you are struggling with obesity or diabetes, then get a liver function test (LFT) done once a year.