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1. Increased Risk of Cardiovascular Diseases
Studies have shown that visceral fat cells around the abdomen can produce proteins that constrict blood vessels, contributing to high blood pressure. Furthermore, these proteins can lead to artery blockages, increasing the risk of strokes and heart attacks.
2. Higher Risk of Dementia
A study suggests that women with excess belly fat are three times more likely to develop dementia compared to those without abdominal obesity. The main cause is the secretion of inflammatory chemicals by visceral and belly fat, which can damage the brain. Research highlights the importance of reducing obesity to combat dementia, which is expected to affect 42.3 million people globally by 2020. Researchers from Trinity College Dublin analyzed data from over 5,000 individuals on how fat levels impact brain health. Their findings show that those with larger bellies are more susceptible to dementia as they age.
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3. Higher Risk of Diabetes
When your liver is covered by excess fat due to abdominal obesity, it becomes less effective at processing excess blood sugar. As a result, sugar accumulates in the blood without being processed by the liver. This leads to higher blood sugar levels and increases the risk of developing diabetes.
4. Increased Risk of Metabolic Syndrome
Having a large waistline increases your risk of developing metabolic syndrome. When your body carries excess belly fat and your waist expands, you become more susceptible to heart disease, diabetes, and stroke. Additionally, people with abdominal fat tend to have weaker, slower bodies and are more prone to various other health issues.
5. The risk of developing cancer is higher
According to the American Cancer Society in 2017, obesity is the second leading cause of cancer after smoking, and it is expected to become the leading cause in the coming decade. Fat in the body plays two main roles: providing energy and absorbing fat-soluble vitamins such as A, E, D, K... These vitamins are crucial for the body, influencing immune responses, blood formation, vision, and aging prevention. However, excessive fat accumulation in the body can lead to disorders, which are the primary cause of cancer. A recent study also discovered a type of protein released by abdominal fat that can transform non-cancerous cells into cancerous ones, promoting the development of tumors within the body.
