Fatty Liver: 5 exercises that can help REVERSE the deadly liver disease
Published on: Nov. 10, 2025, 11:41 a.m. | Source: Times of India
Liver disease is quietly becoming one of the world’s biggest health problems. In fact, metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), formerly known as non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), is a growing health concern worldwide, affecting an estimated 30.2% of the world's population. Sedentary lifestyles, high-calorie diets, and rising rates of obesity and type 2 diabetes mean that more and more people are quietly accumulating fat in their livers. If left unchecked, this condition can progress to inflammation, scarring (fibrosis), and even cirrhosis. The frightening part: it often shows no symptoms until the damage is advanced.But here’s the ray of hope: the latest research confirms that exercise alone — even without dramatic weight loss — can significantly reduce liver fat, and when paired with diet, may help reverse this so-called “silent liver disease”. According to recent reviews and clinical trials, regular physical activity — of certain types and intensities — can significantly reduce liver fat, improve liver markers, and halt disease progression. More importantly, this goes beyond simply losing weight — exercise has direct beneficial effects on the liver’s metabolism as well.Here, in this guide, we’ll explore what fatty liver is, why it’s dangerous, and 5 specific types of exercise you can adopt to help reverse it. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or simply want to protect your liver health, these exercise steps offer a proactive path forward.
