5 everyday drinks that can harm your liver like alcohol

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According to  “NAFLD is a spectrum of hepatic diseases associated with metabolic and cardiovascular disorders, such as obesity, insulin resistance (IR), hypertension, dyslipidemia and type 2 diabetes (T2D).”

Extensive research state that fat buildup and inflammation are caused by the consumption of sugary sodas, fruit juices, and energy drinks.

These are as bad for your liver as the alcohol.

1. Excessive Fruit Juice Consumption

While fruit juice is considered a healthy drink, consuming it in large quantities can be harmful. Store-bought juice contains high levels of fructose – the sugar processed by the liver. While whole fruits contain fiber, fruit juices do not, which leads to quick and high sugar spikes that put a load on the liver.

Over time, the liver turns the excess fructose into fat through lipogenesis, which eventually leads to NAFLD.

2. Sweetened Tea Beverages