Excess Belly Fat in Elderly May be Linked with Inflammation: Study
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Excess belly fat in elderly could now be linked to inflammation, according to a study published in the journal Nature. Older adults, regardless of their body weight, have increased belly fat.
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Ascites vs. Belly Fat: Know the Difference
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Fasting-Like Diet May Reduce Signs of Aging by 2.5 Years
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Belly fat linked to cognitive decline
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Bigger belly in 40s and 50s linked to early signs of Alzheimer's
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Alzheimer's disease: How hidden belly fat in midlife can increase risk
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Bigger belly in 40s and 50s linked to early signs of Alzheimer's
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11 Things That Make You Gain Belly Fat
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6 Reasons You're Not Losing Belly Fat
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8 Surprising Ways Belly Fat Can Cause Back Pain
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How a Mediterranean Diet Can Help You Reduce Belly Fat