It is very common and in many cases is linked to being obese or overweight. Most people with NAFLD do not develop serious liver problems. In some people, the build-up of fat in the liver can lead to serious liver disease. However, all people with NAFLD have an increased risk of developing cardiovascular problems such as heart attacks and stroke.
This is a companion discussion topic for the original article at https://patient.info/healthy-living/alcohol-and-liver-disease/non-alcoholic-fatty-liver-disease