Abstract
Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease is the most prevalent chronic liver disease in children and adolescents. Many factors are known to be associated with its development and include obesity, abdominal obesity, and insulin resistance. Diagnosis is difficult and is dependent on a physical, clinical, and biochemical assessment. Dietary components associated with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease include fructose, specifically from sugar-sweetened beverages, omega-3 fatty acids, and vitamin E. There is currently no treatment specific to this condition. Prevention and treatment are aimed at weight loss, physical activity, and reduction in consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages.