Abdominal Fat Emerges as Independent Risk Factor for Psoriasis in Women

Belly Fat May Be an Independent Risk Factor for Psoriasis, Study Suggests

(MedPage Today) -- Among 25 different measures of adiposity, abdominal fat was significantly associated with a risk for psoriasis, particularly among women, a cross-sectional study suggested. Using data on 336,806 participants in the U.K. Biobank...

Abdominal fat emerges as independent risk factor for psoriasis in women

Researchers have found that central body fat, especially around the abdomen, is more strongly linked to psoriasis risk than total body fat, particularly in women.

Location matters: Belly fat compared to overall body fat more strongly linked to psoriasis risk

Researchers have found that central body fat, especially around the abdomen, is more strongly linked to psoriasis risk than total body fat, particularly in women. This link between central fat and psoriasis remained consistent regardless of genetic predisposition, indicating that abdominal fat is an independent risk factor.

Location matters: Belly fat compared to overall body fat more strongly linked to psoriasis risk - Conservative Angle

Researchers have found that central body fat, especially around the abdomen, is more strongly linked to psoriasis risk than total body fat, particularly in women. This link between central fat and psoriasis remained consistent regardless of genetic predisposition, indicating that abdominal fat is an independent risk factor. The study provides insights that could help improve early risk prediction and guide personalized prevention strategies. The…

Study finds belly fat may increase psoriasis risk in women

New Delhi: Central body fat, especially around the abdomen, is more strongly linked to psoriasis risk than total body fat, particularly in women, according to a study on Tuesday, reinforcing the role of weight management in psoriasis care.  Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that can have a significant impact on quality of life. Many individuals with psoriasis also have elevated levels of body fat. While it is well established th…

Belly fat may raise risk of psoriasis in women: Study

New Delhi, May 27 (IANS) Central body fat, especially around the abdomen, is more strongly linked to psoriasis risk than total body fat, particularly in women, according to a study on Tuesday, reinforcing the role of weight management in psoriasis care. Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that can have a significant impact on […]