Keeping weight off during middle age is not easy. As the years pass, many people—especially men—find themselves gaining stubborn belly fat. Now, researchers have uncovered key reasons why this happens ...

If you’re carrying a few extra pounds, you’re not alone. But this is one case where following the crowd isn’t a good idea. Carrying extra weight — especially belly fat — can be risky. Learn why belly ...

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Hormonal belly is when your belly gets big from hormones being out of balance. Hormone imbalances that can cause a hormonal belly include cortisol, leptin, and insulin. Women's hormonal belly can be ...

A growing waistline isn’t just a cosmetic issue; it can quietly threaten your health. Experts warn that excess abdominal fat, commonly referred to as a “beer belly,” can worsen digestive problems like ...

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A new study suggests that young adults who gained too much weight as teenagers tend to have greater amounts of deep abdominal fat -- a risk factor for heart disease later ...

Share on Pinterest Smoking may lead to weight gain and increased belly fat, new research finds. SimpleImages/Getty Images Many don’t quit smoking out of fear they will gain weight. Weight gain is ...