World Obesity Day: Belly fat may predict heart attack risk better than weight, here’s how to reduce it
Forget the weighing scale; belly fat is the real heart health threat, even for those with normal weight. Hidden abdominal fat releases inflammatory chemicals, raising risks of heart attack, high blood pressure, and insulin resistance. Indian guidelines suggest men keep waists below 90cm and women below 80cm. Focus on lifestyle changes, not crash diets, to reduce this dangerous fat.
Forget the weighing scale; belly fat is the real heart health threat, even for those with normal weight. Hidden abdominal fat releases inflammatory chemicals, raising risks of heart attack, high blood pressure, and insulin resistance. Indian guidelines suggest men keep waists below 90cm and women below 80cm. Focus on lifestyle changes, not crash diets, to reduce this dangerous fat.
