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Belly fat always seems to creep up when you least expect it to. As you age, experiencing a redistribution in body fat is quite common. Where does it tend to gravitate? The abdomen. Hormonal shifts and the natural loss of lean muscle are partly to blame. But there are several things you can do to take charge of your health …

Scientists at London’s Natural History Museum come across some of the world’s weirdest, rarest and most wonderful specimens – and some of them arrive with mysteries to solve.  One puzzle was a hairy anglerfish – a rare species that lives over 1,000 metres deep – that had an enormous, bulging stomach. What was inside? And how would they find out?  One option was to …

Catherine Zeta-Jones nailed a method dressing moment as she channeled her Wednesday character, gothic style icon Morticia Addams, at the series’ Season 2 premiere. The Chicago actress wore a sculptural, vampy LBD that bared plenty of skin, thanks to a large chest cut-out and an extreme thigh slit, at the July 30 red carpet in London. She opted for a …

Tucked deep inside your body, there’s a type of fat that doesn’t just sit there — it stirs up trouble. It surrounds your organs, messes with your metabolism, and quietly raises your risk for things like heart disease, diabetes, and more. It’s called visceral fat, and the kicker is, you don’t have to look overweight to have too much of …

Ah, belly fat—the uninvited visitor that stops by during middle age and never wants to leave. We feel your pain and spoke with a fitness pro about one of the best ways to shrink belly fat without getting on the floor: standing exercises. What makes standing moves rise above the crowd? “Standing moves often use more muscle groups at once, …

As you age, taming your waistline becomes even more frustrating due to metabolic changes, hormonal shifts, and redistribution of body fat. Testosterone, estrogen, and growth hormone levels decline, decreasing your body’s ability for fat to gravitate to more metabolically active areas, such as your limbs or hips. Instead, stubborn fat goes straight to your abdomen—ugh. But there are certain simple …

Belly fat—particularly visceral fat—is a major concern after the age of 50 that many choose to address at the gym. It’s caused by hormonal and metabolic changes and places you at a greater risk of developing type-2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and other chronic conditions. To help get your midsection in top shape, we spoke with Portia Page, CPT, NCPT, PMA, …

After entering your 40s, you begin to lose muscle mass—anywhere from 3% to 8% per decade, in fact. Less muscle can lead to a slower metabolism, meaning you torch fewer calories during workouts and when resting, says Ian Groves, certified personal trainer and managing director of Training Station. This metabolic decline also makes it easier for stubborn fat to accumulate …

Anyone who’s tried eliminating stubborn belly fat after 40 knows it can be an uphill battle. You may have tried every diet and workout out there but without success. Fortunately, knowing which exercises specifically promote fat loss can help you banish that pesky padding around your waistline. We spoke with an expert who shares the best exercises to melt belly …

ANN ARBOR, Mich. – Belly fat is a common problem for many people, but a certain kind of belly fat could be raising your risk of serious health problems, including heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and even cancer. Experts say it’s worth the effort to lose that deeper fat for a healthier, longer life. This type of dangerous fat, known …