Srinagar, April 25 -- Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is becoming one of the most widespread liver conditions in the world. Closely linked to rising levels of obesity and type 2 diabetes, its increasing prevalence reflects broader health patterns associated with modern diets and lifestyles. Between 1990 and 2006, global estimates showed NAFLD affected approximately 25% of the population. This figure rose to 38% by 2019, with projections suggesting that by 2040, more than half the world's population could be living with the condition. In certain parts of Asia, especially South-East Asia, prevalence rates are already high, while other regions, such as Africa, report comparatively lower numbers. Within India, health professionals ha...