How to destroy your liver: 10 worst habits for fatty liver (hepatic steatosis)

Habit #4: Living a Sedentary Lifestyle

Why Inactivity Hurts the Liver

Physical inactivity reduces the body’s ability to burn fat and regulate insulin.

Even people who are not overweight can develop fatty liver if they are sedentary.

Effects of Sitting Too Much

• Reduced fat oxidation
• Increased insulin resistance
• Accumulation of liver fat
• Slower metabolic rate

Movement signals the liver to release stored fat and improve insulin sensitivity.

Habit #5: Overeating and Constant Snacking

Why Quantity Matters

Even healthy foods become harmful when eaten in excess. Constant eating keeps insulin levels elevated, preventing fat breakdown.

The Liver’s Role

When excess calories are consumed, the liver converts them into fat for storage—often in its own cells.

Late-night eating worsens this effect because insulin sensitivity is lower at night.