The Link Between Hidden Belly Fat and Alzheimer's Disease

Accumulation of visceral fat, which can be present even in individuals with healthy body mass index (BMI), is associated with an increased risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, according to a study presented at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America. Visceral fat has been linked to systemic inflammation and higher insulin levels, both of which are believed to contribute to the development of Alzheimer's. The study found that participants with more visceral fat had larger accumulations of amyloid in their brains, a protein associated with Alzheimer's. Exercise, particularly aerobic exercise, is recommended as the best way to reduce visceral fat. However, further research is needed to confirm the link between visceral fat and brain health.