The larger the waist, the more excess fat can increase insulin resistance, promote thrombosis and lead to problems such as cerebral thrombosis and heart attack.
A large waist is susceptible to the following diseases:
1. Cancer
The World Cancer Research Fund reports that for every 2.5 cm increase in waist circumference, the risk of cancer increases 8 times, gallstones and uterine cancer are even higher.
2. Infertility
Obesity due to belly fat accumulation will increase estrogen levels in women, causing diseases such as polycystic ovary syndrome, leading to many problems such as irregular periods and menstrual disorders that will affect pregnancy.
3. Shortening life expectancy
According to researchers, women with a waist circumference of over 94 cm have an 80% higher risk of early death than women with a waist circumference of less than 69 cm. This is equivalent to a 5-year reduction in life expectancy after the age of 40.
4. Heart disease
The larger the waist, the more excess fat accumulated, significantly increasing the risk of inflammation and stiffness, thereby causing heart disease.
5. Chronic disease
Obesity is the underlying cause of many chronic diseases such as high blood pressure and high blood fat. A large waist and increased belly fat reduce the effects of insulin, creating insulin resistance and increasing the risk of diabetes.
