Study finds inadequate sleep significantly increases fatty liver disease risk

Research suggests that for every one-hour decrease in sleep below the recommended seven to eight hours, the risk of liver fat deposition rises by 24%.

Studies indicate that sleep deprivation contributes to insulin resistance and gene activity that escalates liver fat content, even without overall weight gain.

Researchers noted that 'weekend catch-up sleep' may help mitigate some risks, while prolonged daytime napping of over 60 minutes may negatively correlate with liver health.