Inflammation: Types, Symptoms, and Prevention

A woman with inflammation on the back of her neck

The body stimulates the immune system; when toxic substances, viruses, and bacteria attack the human body, the immune system releases inflammatory cells. The cell promotes an inflammatory response to combat viruses, bacteria, or other harmful substances.

How to lose belly fat

Belly fat

After menopause, in most women, body fat tends to accumulate in the abdomen region. According to research findings, belly fat can cause serious health problems. The appearance of waist size includes subcutaneous fat and visceral fat. The subcutaneous fat is the upper layer, a visible part of the belly fat. It is visceral fat that is the cause of concern from a health perspective.

Obesity and its Impact on Health

According to Johns Hopkins, the U.S., “obesity is a chronic disease” that can have severe consequences on human health. Extra body fat contributes to making a person obese. The health issues associated with obesity include type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, heart disease, high blood pressure, and sleep apnea, to name a few.