Drinking a popular drink may lead to increased risk of fatty liver disease

Regular consumption of sugary sodas and a sedentary lifestyle can increase the likelihood of developing fatty liver disease. This is the conclusion of Indian scientists who used artificial intelligence (AI) to study the impact of everyday habits on health. The results were published in the journal Frontiers in Nutrition.

The researchers examined data on 18,500 South Korean adults collected between 2008 and 2011. They compared the nutritional characteristics, physical activity and medical parameters of the participants. Signs of fatty liver disease were found in about one in five surveyed - 20.9%.

The analysis showed that higher consumption of sweet soda was associated with an increased likelihood of disease. When consumption increased by one standard deviation, this figure increased by about 11%. Lack of movement also proved to be an unfavorable factor. In sedentary men, the likelihood of elevated levels of the liver enzyme ALT was about 20% higher.

However, the researchers did not find a significant association of the disease with the total amount of fat and carbohydrates in the diet. The authors emphasized that the results indicate statistical relationships rather than direct causation. However, limiting sugary drinks and regular physical activity can be important components of liver health care.

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