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

Habit #8: Ignoring Gut Health

The Gut–Liver Axis

The liver and gut are directly connected via the portal vein. When gut bacteria are imbalanced, toxins and inflammatory compounds travel straight to the liver.

Factors That Harm Gut Health

• Low fiber intake
• Excess antibiotics
• Highly processed foods
• Alcohol

This increases liver inflammation and fat storage.

Habit #9: Smoking

Why Smoking Worsens Fatty Liver

Smoking increases oxidative stress and inflammation throughout the body, including the liver.

It also worsens insulin resistance and increases the risk of liver fibrosis.

Smoking doesn’t just harm the lungs—it accelerates liver damage too.