Doctor Flags 9 Non-Alcoholic Liver Risks as Refined Fructose Drives Fat Buildup

1 articles · Updated · The Times of India · Jul 19

Nine everyday non-alcoholic factors can silently damage the liver, Dr Pramod Kumar D A said, warning that significant function may be lost before symptoms appear.
Refined fructose is a key risk because the liver processes most of it and converts excess amounts into fat, raising the likelihood of Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease.
Sugary drinks, packaged fruit juices, breakfast cereals, flavored yogurt, sauces and processed snacks were cited as common hidden sources, alongside poor sleep, unnecessary supplements, toxins and widely used medicines.
The warning reflects a broader shift in liver disease drivers away from alcohol alone toward repeated daily habits, with simple swaps such as water for sweetened drinks and whole fruit for juice helping reduce strain.