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Hidden Fat Deposits Accelerate Heart Aging, Study Says
A UK study of 21,241 participants found visceral fat accelerates heart aging, with protective fat distribution in women linked to estrogen, highlighting sex-specific cardiovascular risks.
- Excessive amounts of visceral fat is linked to faster heart aging, a new study has found.
- The study found differences between men and women, with male-type fat distribution around the belly predictive of early aging in men, while fat on the hips and thighs was protective for women.
- Higher estrogen levels in premenopausal women were linked to slower heart aging, indicating a potential role for hormones in protecting against heart aging.
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Hidden Belly Fat Found To Accelerate Heart Aging, Scientists Warn
Hidden organ fat speeds up heart aging, while fat around the hips and thighs in women may slow it. Large amounts of visceral fat, the hidden fat that collects around internal organs, have been linked to a quicker aging process in the heart, according to new research. While aging is the primary risk factor for [...]
Scientists Warn Your Belly Fat Can Increase Heart Disease Risk
As you’ve probably realized, it gets harder to lose weight as you get older. A slower metabolism, hormonal changes, and lifestyle factors all contribute to this. And for these reasons, excess fat tends to accumulate in the belly. This is known as visceral fat, and since it surrounds internal organs, it’s especially dangerous. Case in point: New research shows that visceral fat can increase your risk of developing heart disease. RELATED: 10 Best …
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We’ve all heard that carrying extra pounds can hurt your heart. But a massive new study suggests the story is more complicated, and in some ways, surprising. It’s not just how much fat you have that matters, but where your body stores it. The post Where You Carry Fat Could Change How Old Your Heart Acts appeared first on Study Finds.
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