When alcohol enters the liver, the cells immediately start working to clear it out. During this process, the alcohol is changed into a harsh compound called acetaldehyde. This compound puts pressure on the cell and slows the way it handles nutrients. Because the normal balance is disrupted, small amounts of fat begin building up inside the tissue. This early buildup is one of the first physical signs that the liver is struggling with the extra workload. While this is happening, acetaldehyde also