Excessive fat accumulation around the midsection might present a greater health hazard than what a standard weight measurement indicates. New research highlights a stronger correlation between visceral fat and heart failure risk compared to Body Mass Index (BMI), a significant finding even among individuals classified as having a normal weight. Inflammation appears to be a crucial factor in explaining why this specific type of fat proves particularly detrimental to cardiovascular health. Consequently, incorporating waist circumference measurements could serve as an accessible method to identify previously undetected cardiac risks sooner.
Abdominal Fat Poses Heart Failure Risk, Even for Those with Healthy BMI
By Rupert Blackwood
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