Introduction 

Fatty liver is a condition where there is accumulation of excessive fat in the liver and this is the  most common disorder of the Liver as out of 10 every 4th person is suffering from this condition. The reason behind this is Alcohol intake and most importantly poor diet and lifestyle. Because we all know everybody loves trendy food i.e Fried, fatty, cheesy, processed etc. Once in a while it's okay but if we are taking it on a regular basis then it's not good and results in poor metabolization of fats and its accumulation on Liver. So what can be the solution? Here comes Ayurveda which guides us about the lifestyle and diet to be changed. Moreover Ayurveda is enriched with the goodness of numerous herbs which acts as hepatoprotective and has proven to be the best remedies for managing Fatty Liver.  

Before coming to the remedies let’s See What ayurveda says about Fatty Liver! So As per Ayurveda Fatty liver is a condition which comes under Yakrit Vikaras. Yakrit means liver and Vikara means disorders. In this all the three doshas are involved i.e Vata, Pitta and kapha but predominant doshas are Kapha and Pitta. If we talk about pathogenesis then in this condition due to  intake of high fat diet and soft drinks, Metabolic syndrome like obesity leads to indigestion (Ajirna) thus there must be creation of Apakva anna (Improperly digested food) which causes the vitiation of kapha and  uneven formation and deposition of Meda (fat) in liver and causes dushti (affect) or obstruction of channels of the body and Vitiate vata dosha and the cycle repeats leading to the condition fatty liver. Now we will talk about the top five herbal remedies for treatment of fatty liver as per Ayurveda.

1. Arogyavardhini Vati

Arogyavardhini Vati is a classical ayurvedic preparation prepared using prime ingredient Kutki (Picrorhiza kurroa). This formulation shows wonders in managing fatty liver as Kutki being its prime ingredient contains kutkoside as its active alkaloid. This alkaloid is hepatoprotective and antioxidant thus eliminates all the toxins and free radicals from Liver. 

Dosage- 2 tablets twice daily with plain water after meals.

2. Yakrit Plihantak Churna

Yakrit Plihantak Churna is a polyherbal formulation prepared using kutki (Picrorhiza kurroa), Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata), Bhumi amla (Phyllanthus niruri), Sharpunkha (Tephrosia purpurea) and many others. These herbs work well in managing fatty liver as these herbs do Pitta virechan (Expels out excessive Pitta from the body) and reduces the deposition of excess fat on the liver thus improving its functioning.

Dosage- 1 tsp twice daily with plain water after meals.

3. Livo Plan Syrup

Livo Plan Syrup is a liquid preparation prepared using  Bhringraj (Eclipta alba), Bhumi amla (Phyllanthus niruri), Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata), Shyonak (Oroxylum indicum) etc. and helps in clearing out the obstruction of channels and removes excessive fat from the liver. This formulation also helps in improving the digestion process.  

Dosage- 2 tsp twice daily with plain water after meals.

4. Liver Detox Formula

Liver Detox Formula is a capsule preparation made using ingredients like Makoy (Solanum nigrum), Himsra (Capparis spinosa), Katuki (Picrorhiza kurroa), Kasni (Cichorium intybus) and various other herbs. As its name indicates that this formulation helps in detoxification of liver by expelling out excessive Pitta from the body. Also this formulation contains herbs which are hepatoprotective and anti-inflammatory in nature thus useful in managing fatty liver. 

Dosage- 2 capsules twice daily with plain water after meals.

5. Bhumi Amla Powder

Bhumi Amla Powder is a herbal blend of Bhumi amla (Phyllanthus niruri). This herb is also known as Chanca piedra, stone breaker and has bitter, astringent and sweet taste and pacifies kapha and pitta dosha. It has hepatoprotective, antihelminthic, astringent, hypoglycemic properties. Therefore it is very good for managing fatty liver. 

Dosage- 1 tsp twice daily with plain water after meals.

In a Nutshell, it can be concluded that fatty liver can be very well managed with Ayurveda with the above mentioned herbal remedies. Fatty liver herbal remedies will only work if a person will be more careful about their diet and is ready to abstain from the cause. So follow these tips and stay safe and healthy.