Political Analysis and Global Affairs

  Visceral fat, also known as "hidden" fat, is fat stored deep inside the belly, wrapped around the organs, including the liver and intestines. It makes up about one tenth of all the fat stored in the body 1 .  Excess visceral fat has been linked to a greater risk of serious health problems, including heart disease, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, abnormal cholesterol, breathing problems, and even some types of cancer 2 . Here are some ways to reduce visceral fat: 1. Exercise Regular exercise can help reduce visceral fat. Aim for at least 30 minutes of moderate to vigorous exercise 5 days a week. Some exercises that are effective at reducing visceral fat include brisk walking, jogging, biking, running, and strength training 1 3 4 5 6 .  Aerobic exercise is especially effective at reducing visceral fat 5 .  Combining regular aerobic exercise with a healthy diet is more effective at targeting visceral fat than doing either one alone 3 . 2. Diet Eating a healthy d...