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Reviving liver health with ayurveda: a systematic review of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease management

Liver diseases (Yakrit Roga) constitute a global health concern. Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), which exhibits a global prevalence of 25%, is on the rise, raising significant concerns regarding its impact on global health. NAFLD results in the accumulation of triglycerides and unbound fatty acids within the hepatic tissue. This systematic literature review presents a comprehensive examination of the restoration of liver health in individuals with NAFLD through the principles of Ayurveda. It analysed the results in this discipline from its inception in 2016 to the latest research published in recent years. utilizing PubMed and Scopus, employing specific inclusion and exclusion criteria. Based on the research results, it can be concluded that there is existing evidence regarding both the safety and effectiveness of Ayurvedic interventions along in the treatment of NAFLD. The combined effects of Triphala Guggulu and Arogyavardhini Vaṭi in combination with Pathya (Ayurvedic diet and exercise) showed promising combination. Physical exercise and dietary management are the principal methods for regulating the progression of NAFLD and significantly elevates the probability of non-alcoholic steatohepatitis, (NASH) cirrhosis, and hepatocellular carcinoma.