Fatty Foods
Fatty foods are foods that are high in fat. This includes saturated fats, trans fats, and unsaturated fats. Saturated fats are found in animal products such as meat and dairy. Trans fats are man-made and found in processed foods such as margarine, shortening, and fried foods. Unsaturated fats are found in plant-based oils such as olive oil and canola oil. All three types of fat can harm the liver if consumed excessively.
Fatty foods can lead to steatohepatitis when the liver builds up fat. This can happen because the liver is not able to break down all the fat that is being consumed. Steatohepatitis can cause inflammation and fiber build-up in the liver, leading to scarring.
Fatty foods may be delicious, but they can be dangerous for the liver if you eat them too often. The best way to protect the liver from the dangers of fatty foods is to limit their consumption. Eating fatty foods occasionally is not likely to cause any damage, but eating them regularly can be harmful.
