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Written by Navneet Kaur, M.Sc. Nutrition & Dietetics
Health
Sometimes we don't even guess but your liver and sugar control team are quietly working against you. Fat build up in the liver can mess with insulin and insulin problems can fill the liver with fat
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– Fatty liver means your liver stores too much fat inside it, even if you don’t drink much alcohol – That fat stops your liver from doing its job of controlling sugar, fat and energy
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– Insulin is a key that unlocks the cell doors so sugar enter – In insulin resistance, the key just stops working, so sugar stays in the blood, pancreas work overtime and fat builds up!
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– Insulin resistance= more free fatty acids fo to liver – Liver starts storing these as fat – Causing fatty liver which is when the liver becomes less responsive to insulin – Causing more sugar and fat mess!
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– This isn't just a fancy science – If your liver is fatty, you are more likely to get type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and cholesterol issue – Fat in the liver is a big red flag for your sugar and heart health!
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– Belly fat or “Pooch” – Skin tags around neck or armpit – Feeling tired after meal – Brain fog after meal – Slight yellowing of skin or eye
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– MOVE MORE: 30-45 minutes any active movement most day – EAT SMART: Whole grains, lean protein, vegetables – LIMIT FATS: From processed foods and deep fried snack – HEALTHY WEIGHT RANGE : even 5-10% weight loss can help
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You don't need a perfect and lavish diet plan or gym routine to start Just small changes each day like move more, eat cleaner, skip empty sugar. Your liver and sugar control system will thank you!
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