For Women, Extra Weight Increases Rheumatoid Arthritis Risk – Everyday Health

For Women, Extra Weight Increases Rheumatoid Arthritis Risk Everyday Health Fat tissue, especially the visceral fat that surrounds internal organs in the belly — the classic "apple shape" — has also been linked to chronic inflammation. "We know that fat tissues and cells produce substances that are active in inflammation and ... Read more »

Osteoporosis: Causes and Risks – EmpowHer

Osteoporosis: Causes and Risks EmpowHer By EmpowHER November 14, 2011 - 9:59am We already knew there was an association between visceral fat ( belly fat ) and heart disease. Now it appears that this visceral fat can also be a contributor to osteoporosis as well. According to a study presented ... Read more »

Unsightly Visceral Fat Actually Being Metabolized in Liver; Which in Turn … – SBWire (press release)

Unsightly Visceral Fat Actually Being Metabolized in Liver; Which in Turn ... SBWire (press release) Visceral fat is dangerous because it metabolizes in the liver, creating extremely high levels of cholesterol in the blood stream Read more »

Preventing toddlers from gaining belly fat – abc7.com

abc7.com Preventing toddlers from gaining belly fat abc7.com LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- Visceral fat, also known as belly fat or organ fat, is packed inside the abdominal cavity around the stomach, liver, intestines and kidneys. The latest studies show losing this type of fat requires aerobic activity equivalent to ... Read more »