India, July 15 -- Gastroenterologist Dr Joseph Salhab took to Instagram on July 14 to explain the comparison between a healthy liver and one affected by fatty liver disease. He shared that a healthy liver is smooth and has a reddish-brown color; it functions properly, filtering toxins and waste from the blood, regulating metabolism, and performing other vital tasks. Also read | Is this everyday snack setting you up for a lifetime of liver damage? Doctor shares 5 prevention tips

Dr Salhab said that in comparison, a liver with fatty liver disease has fat deposits building up inside it, making it appear pale, greasy, and swollen. This can lead to inflammation and scarring, which can progress to more severe conditions like cirrhosis. If left...