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Our bodies are designed to store some fat around the belly, where it can be easily accessed for energy when we feel stressed. Once the stress passes, the hormone cortisol tells your body to eat again and refuel. This system worked well for our ancient ancestors whose stressors are wild animals, war prompted fighting or running. Today’s stress rarely requires physical activity, but triggers the same fat storage pattern.
Take stress seriously: Having extra belly fat puts you at increased risk for heart disease, diabetes, and stroke. A recent study found out that people who carry excess weight around the stomach in their 40s are more likely to have dementia in their 70s.
