Fruit juices seem healthy, but most store-bought juices are basically liquid sugar with little fiber.
Why are they harmful to the liver:
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High fructose content → promotes fat accumulation
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Increases triglyceride levels
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Causes oxidative stress
Even “100% natural” juices can be risky if you drink large amounts every day.
4. Sweetened coffee drinks
Black coffee is good for the liver, but sugary coffee drinks can have the opposite effect.
Malicious versions:
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Caramel latte
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Suede
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Frappuccino
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Hazelnut cappuccino
These drinks often contain as much sugar as soda, which contributes to fatty liver disease, insulin resistance, and inflammation.
5. Flavored or sweetened milk drinks
This includes:
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Chocolate milk
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Strawberry milk
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Sweet milkshakes
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Flavored drinks made from powder
Why they are risky:
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A combination of high sugar and fat content
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Supports fat storage in the liver
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May worsen liver inflammation
When consumed daily, these beverages affect the liver in an almost identical way to alcohol.
Why These Drinks Are Harmful (The Scientific Explanation)
All of these drinks contain a lot of sugar, especially fructose , which is metabolized exclusively in the liver.
When the liver is overloaded with sugar, it converts to fat, leading to:
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Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)
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hepatitis
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insulin resistance
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metabolic syndrome
Over the years, this can lead to fibrosis, cirrhosis, and even liver failure.
