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"Healthy" Foods That Silently Harm Your Liver
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"Healthy" Foods That Silently Harm Your Liver

From Delfi · () Lithuanian

Translated from Lithuanian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Liver disease is a major global cause of death, accounting for about one in 25 deaths worldwide.
  • In the U.S., approximately 25% of the population suffers from Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD), previously known as non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.
  • The article highlights the importance of liver health, which is often overlooked compared to gut or brain health.

Liver disease is a significant global health concern, responsible for approximately one in every 25 deaths worldwide, according to a scientific article published in the Journal of Hepatology. Despite its serious impact, liver health often receives less attention than that of the gut or brain.

In the United States alone, an estimated 25% of individuals are affected by Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD), a condition formerly referred to as non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. This statistic underscores the widespread prevalence of liver issues within the population.

The article emphasizes the critical, yet frequently underestimated, role of the liver in overall health. Understanding and addressing liver conditions is crucial for public health initiatives and individual well-being.

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Originally published by Delfi in Lithuanian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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