Title: Understanding and Eliminating Visceral Fat: A Path to Optimal Health Introduction: Visceral fat, also known as abdominal fat, poses significant health risks to millions of people worldwide. This type of fat accumulates around vital organs such as the liver, intestines, and pancreas, and can contribute to various health issues including insulin resistance, diabetes, high blood pressure, and metabolic syndrome. In this article, Dr. Alan Mandel unveils effective strategies to shed visceral fat, improve overall health, and restore vitality. The Impact of Sleep and Stress: Research conducted at Wake Forest University reveals a strong correlation between inadequate sleep and increased belly fat. Individuals who consistently sleep less than five hours per night are at a 2.5 times higher risk of developing excess abdominal fat. Lack of sleep disrupts stress hormones, particularly cortisol, which prompts the body to retain belly fat. Elevated cortisol levels also affect hunger and ...