Fatty Liver (Yakrit Roga) in AyurvedaFatty Liver is a condition where excess fat builds up in liver cells. In Ayurveda, this is understood as an imbalance mainly in Pitta and Kapha doshas, affecting Ranjaka Pitta (a sub-type of Pitta in the liver) and Medo Dhatu (fat tissue).

Common Symptoms of Fatty Liver-

Dull pain or heaviness in the upper right abdomen

Fatigue, lethargyBloating, indigestion

Loss of appetiteNausea or vomiting

Coated tongue, foul breath

Skin itching or mild yellowing in advanced stages

Weight gain or obesity (mainly abdominal fat)

Elevated liver enzymes (on lab test)

PanchakarmaCleansing therapies are effective in detoxifying and rejuvenating the liver.Virechana (Purgation Therapy) – Best for clearing Pitta toxins from the liver.

Ahara (Dietary Guidelines)

Eat warm, light, and easily digestible food

Increase:Green leafy vegetables (especially bitter ones like karela, methi, neem)

Turmeric, ginger, cumin

Whole grains (millets, brown rice, barley)Amla (Indian gooseberry)

Avoid:

Oily, fried, processed and junk foodRed meat, alcohol, dairy in excess

Sugary items, maida (refined flour), soft drinks

Vihara (Lifestyle Recommendations)

Avoid day sleep and sedentary lifestyle

Practice daily walking or yogaInclude Pranayama for liver detox

Stress management through meditation and sleep .

Fatty liver in Ayurveda is primarily a Pitta-Kapha imbalance with impaired digestion and fat metabolism. Ayurveda works by:Detoxifying the liverStrengthening digestion and metabolismRejuvenating liver tissue (Rasayana)Managing obesity and related disorders holistically.