Potential Role of Ayurveda Interventions in the Management of Grade II Non Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease: A Case Report

Non Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) represents a growing global health concern, particularly driven by rising obesity rates, with prevalence ranging from 11.2 to 37.2% in the general population. Ayurveda classifies NAFLD under Yakrit Roga (liver disease) and Medoroga (obesity), with traditional texts attributing its development to lifestyle factors that lead to imbalances in tridosha. Hereby, the authors present a unique case of 59-year-old male that highlights the therapeutic effects of Ayurveda interventions in managing grade II NAFLD, adding valuable insights to the scientific literature by demonstrating effective treatment in the absence of a standard care protocol. The patient presented with symptoms of indigestion and liver enlargement consistent with grade II NAFLD, confirmed through ultrasonography evaluation. Clinical findings included liver steatosis and mild hepatomegaly. The intervention involved Ayurveda-based therapies tailored to the patient’s condition, focusing on balancing Rakta-Kapha Dushti and dietary modifications based on classical Ayurveda guidelines. Following treatment, the patient experienced complete relief from symptoms of indigestion, and follow-up ultrasonography showed significant improvement, as there was no NAFLD. The present case report illustrates the potential of Chitrakadi Vati and Phaltrikadi Kashaya ghan vati as effective management strategies for NAFLD, particularly in the absence of established standard care. The takeaway lesson is that individualised Ayurveda treatment may offer a viable therapeutic approach for NAFLD, highlighting the importance of integrating traditional medicine into the broader clinical context of liver disorders.