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News India Live, Digital Desk: When it comes to liver damage, people often blame alcohol for it. But do you know that some common foods present in your kitchen can prove to be more dangerous than alcohol? Medical experts have warned that cases of ‘Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease’ (NAFLD) are increasing rapidly today due to wrong eating habits and poor lifestyle. These foods act like ‘silent killers’ within the body and gradually damage the liver. Let us know which are those 5 things from which you should stay away today.

White poison is sugar and high-fructose corn syrup. Excessive consumption of sugar is as dangerous for the liver as alcohol. When we eat too much sugar, the liver starts converting excess fructose into fat. Over time, this fat can accumulate in the liver cells and cause serious conditions like inflammation and cirrhosis. ‘High-fructose corn syrup’ present in cold drinks, candy and canned juices has emerged as the biggest threat to the liver.

Increasing trend of flour and refined carbs Products made from refined flour like biscuits, white bread, pizza and pasta have a bad effect on your liver. The amount of fiber in these is zero and they increase blood sugar rapidly. The body is unable to use this energy and eventually it starts accumulating around the liver in the form of fat. If you are eating refined flour regularly, you are unknowingly putting your liver at risk.

Avoid trans fat and junk food Fried food, chips and baked items available in the market contain abundant amounts of ‘trans fat’. It not only increases your weight but also causes inflammation in the liver. Research shows that people who eat outside fried food more than three times a week are more likely to suffer liver damage than those who prefer simple homemade food.

Excessive salt consumption is also harmful Not only sweets, too much salt is also poisonous for the liver. Excess of sodium leads to water retention in the body and may lead to the onset of fibrosis in the liver. Excessive use of packaged snacks, sauces and pickles affects the functioning of the liver.

Growing fondness for red meat Red meat may be a good source of protein, but it is also full of saturated fat. It is very difficult for the liver to digest red meat, which puts additional stress on it. Health experts suggest that to keep the liver healthy, give preference to lean proteins like fish or pulses instead of red meat.