The liver is one of the most powerful organs in the body, yet it often suffers in silence. According to health reporters, some of the foods Nigerians consume daily may be slowly weakening the liver without obvious warning signs.
Experts point out that fried street foods such as suya, puff-puff, akara, and fried meat often use oil that has been reheated many times, making it toxic and stressful for the liver. Sugary drinks like sodas, energy drinks, and even packaged juices may look refreshing, but their high sugar content can trigger fat buildup in the liver.
Alcohol remains one of the fastest routes to liver damage, with doctors warning that even regular “small shots” of beer, spirits, or palm wine can scar the liver over time. Processed snacks, from instant noodles to biscuits and chips, are filled with preservatives the liver struggles to filter. Meanwhile, too much red meat — beef, goat meat, or offals — puts additional pressure on the organ, especially when combined with alcohol or fried oil.
According to health experts, the liver often stays quiet until damage is severe. To protect it, Nigerians are advised to eat more fruits and vegetables, drink plenty of water, and cut back on these risky foods.
Your liver fights for you every day. Don’t fight back with your diet.
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