A new experimental drug may cut liver fat in half for people with fatty liver disease — but the results aren’t as clear-cut as they seem.

Some studies show this drug really can slash liver fat — one cut it in half compared to a placebo, and another found about a third reduction, especially when paired with another drug. But here’s the twist: another study found the drug didn’t help at all on its own, only when mixed with something else. That means the claim that it works alone isn’t backed by all the evidence. It’s promising, but not a guaranteed fix, and we don’t yet know if the combination approach is better long-term or safe for everyone.