Excessive fat accumulation in the liver accelerates fatty acid metabolism, producing free radicals that damage DNA, cause inflammation, and significantly increase the risk of progressing to cirrhosis and liver cancer.

I was diagnosed with mild, asymptomatic fatty liver disease during a routine check-up. Can the condition fully recover, and what steps should I take? (Thu Tra, 39, Hanoi)

Staying up late prevents the liver from resting and regenerating properly, leading to oxidative stress, and promoting the development of fatty liver disease and hepatitis.

Many people with a normal or even thin physique who do not consume alcohol still silently suffer from fatty liver disease, which can lead to complications like cirrhosis and liver cancer if overlooked.