Belly fat might be a red flag for a few underlying issues, according to 2 endocrinologists.
Before we dive right in, let's discuss a few things you need to know about fat first. It can accumulate as your. It can also result from a poor diet and lack of exercise. But hormone changes in the body can actually lead to belly fat specifically, and we spoke to two endocrinologists about why that is and what might be the cause., said that belly fat is commonly associated with visceral fat, meaning fat that attaches to the liver, pancreas, and other internal organs.
, explained that women can be very sensitive to fluctuations of estrogen, progesterone, and other hormones, which will change the way their bodies burn and store fat. And, she said, women tend to store fat in their lower abdomen. In addition, when the stress hormone cortisol is elevated chronically, it can lead to"abdominal or visceral fat," Dr. Salas-Whalen explained, though she noted this goes for overall weight gain, not just belly fat.
But how do you know if this fat is caused by hormones? If you're eating a well-balanced diet and exercising but still gaining weight in that area, this might be a sign that you should contact your doctor, both endocrinologists agreed. Ahead, check out why women of certain ages may develop belly fat due to hormone fluctuations and read more about underlying conditions that could be associated with this buildup.
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