Belly fat, known medically as “visceral fat,” is a type of fat that wraps around your internal organs and is associated with serious health issues such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and certain ...

Medically reviewed by Jennifer Steinhoff, MD Getting moderate-intensity aerobic exercise burns the same amounts of fat and ...

Not all fat is created equal—and some can quietly sabotage your health. The real danger isn’t the pinchable subcutaneous fat just under your skin, but visceral fat, which surrounds internal organs.

Jakob Roze, CSCS, is a health writer and high-end personal trainer. He is the founder and CEO of RozeFit, a high-end concierge personal training practice and online blog. Jennifer Steinhoff, MD, is a ...

If you’re battling a middle-aged belly bulge, you’re certainly not alone. Belly fat becomes more common in men over 40, mainly due to hormonal shifts, such as reduced testosterone and a rise in ...

If your goal is to accentuate your waistline or lose stubborn belly fat, you’re probably wondering where to focus your energy to be the most effective: Should you be doing more cardio or strength ...

Sherri Gordon, CLC is a certified professional life coach, author, and journalist covering health and wellness, social issues, parenting, and mental health. She also has a certificate of completion ...

Let’s be real about belly fat — it’s stubborn, frustrating, and seems to stick around no matter what you try. For Black women, losing midsection weight comes with unique challenges including higher ...

Experts break down how cardio and strength training impact fat loss—and which one takes the lead in fighting stubborn belly fat. “As we reach midlife…we lose muscle and our hormones change,” LaNeve ...