Mixed
Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a systemic condition with multifactorial pathogenesis, not merely a hepatic manifestation of metabolic syndrome, and it can precede the development of metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes.
NAFLD is not just a liver issue; it is a systemic metabolic disorder that can drive diabetes and heart disease risk. Even if you are lean, genetic factors or gut health issues can cause it. Focus on metabolic health markers (blood sugar, lipids) rather than just weight, and prioritize lifestyle changes that improve insulin sensitivity and gut health, as these address the root multifactorial causes.
NAFLD is not only a mere 'hepatic manifestation of MetS', but may forerun the development of MetS
Why this rating
Based on a comprehensive review of multiple meta-analyses and large cohort studies cited in the text.
Source
Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease: Evolving paradigms
Amedeo Lonardo et al. · World Journal of Gastroenterology · 2017
DOI 10.3748/wjg.v23.i36.6571
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