Unexpected Reason Fatty Liver Is Becoming More Common Among Young People

Dr. Ben Galyardt told Newsweek: 'There is no drug that will treat fatty liver. There is no surgery that will fix it.'

When hearing the words 'fatty liver disease,' one might automatically assume it is alcohol-related. After all, the liver is the organ responsible for breaking down most of the alcohol we consume. However, today, the main driver is not alcohol—it's diet.Dr. Ben Galyardt recently pointed out a troubling trend on TikTok: many of his patients with fatty liver disease are underage and don't drink alcohol at all.

If this number is over 20, it is a strong indication that someone may be developing fatty liver.'He explained that individuals who are prediabetic might begin to gain body fat, with their cholesterol and blood pressure rising—key indicators that they are at risk.'The number one sign we look for is high ferritin, which is stored iron,' he added. 'High ferritin not only indicates inflammation but also points to liver distress.

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