Measure Your Middle

23 Sep 2024

Are you carrying extra pounds around the middle of your body? A expanding waistline is a cause for concern because that’s a sign of visceral fat gathering around vital organs. It is more dangerous than fat immediately under your skin because visceral fat increases the risk not only for diabetes but also for heart disease, stroke, and Alzheimer’s. For men, beware of more than 40 inches around the waistline. For women, it’s 35 inches. What can you do? Make any of the common sense lifestyle changes that will lead to reduction in weight. It’s a personal matter, achievable with your own grit. Getting help from healthcare professionals or a support group can improve your chance for lasting results.