The central government warned that this issue extends beyond the IT sector, affecting young people in other fields with similar routines. Failure to adopt lifestyle changes could severely impact the health of India’s youth in the future.
76% of Fast Food Consumers Affected
Another ICMR study indicates that 76% of individuals who regularly consume fast food suffer from fatty liver. A significant portion of these individuals are young professionals working sedentary jobs and living alone in cities away from home. Busy office routines often lead to fast food, packaged snacks, and cold drinks becoming staples in their daily diets. Late-night mobile phone use and skipping exercise in the mornings further exacerbate the problem.NAFLD Affects Up to 15% of the General Population
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease is a major cause of liver ailments. Previous studies have shown that even in the general population without other underlying diseases, the prevalence of NAFLD is around 16% in states like Rajasthan. In states such as Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Uttarakhand, and Maharashtra, the prevalence is closer to 20-25%. Dr. Sudhir Maharshi, Gastroenterologist, SMS Medical College
