Study Links Visceral Fat to Cardiometabolic Risks, Aging Accelerators

Managing weight gain and stubborn belly fat, particularly during and after menopause or age 40, requires a multifaceted approach. Supplements like PhenQ and YourBiology Gut+ are marketed as solutions to address menopause-related weight challenges by targeting fat, improving mood, curbing cravings, and boosting metabolism. Experts also recommend lifestyle modifications such as yoga and mindful eating to improve metabolic flexibility and hormonal balance, which often decline with age and contribute to obesity. While walking is widely endorsed for overall health and weight management by organizations like the American Heart Association, experts caution that it may not effectively reduce abdominal fat alone, due to its limited engagement of core and upper body muscles. Persistent belly fat, sometimes called 'walker's belly,' is linked to modern sedentary lifestyles, poor posture, and processed diets, highlighting the need for core-strengthening exercises and comprehensive activity plans. Research further emphasizes that visceral fat accumulation increases the risk of cardiometabolic diseases, particularly as biological aging accelerates, underscoring the importance of targeted strategies to address abdominal fat.