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Visceral fat can be extremely harmful in large quantities, and it raises your chances of developing a number of conditions. But, doing aerobic exercises may help to get rid of your belly
fat.
Visceral fat is more commonly known as belly fat, and it tends to wrap around your internal organs.
It's considered a serious health problem to be carrying too much visceral fat.
That's because the fat cells produce inflammatory markers and hormones, that increases the risk of chronic diseases.
One of the best ways to reduce your belly fat is to regularly do aerobic exercises.
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Aerobic exercises are arguably the most important thing you can do to get rid of your visceral fat, according to John Hopkins Medicine.
It helps to raise your heart rate, which forces the body to use energy.
The body subsequently uses fat as a way to fuel your exercise, starting with excess visceral fat around your organs.
The best types of aerobic exercises including jogging, swimming and cycling.
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"Exercise is the key to fighting deep belly fat," said the university.
"Add aerobic exercise as part of your way of life. This may be the most important thing you can do.
"It reduces the fat around your belly. Keep in mind that moderate exercise works the best.
"Check with your doctor before you start a new exercise plan. See your doctor first if you have not exercised before."
You can use the 'talk test' to reveal whether you're exercising hard enough to lose your belly fat, it added.
While exercising, you should be able to talk relatively comfortably.
But, you shouldn't be able to sing at the top of your voice - that's a sign that you're working too hard.
You're aiming for a "moderate" intensity workout, which will work all of the body's muscles for a prolonged period of time.
It increases your risk of developing serious, long-term life-threatening medical conditions, including heart disease, high blood pressure, Alzheimer's disease, diabetes, and strokes.
You should consider speaking to a doctor if your waist is more than 40 inches for men, or 35 inches for women.
Your GP will discuss the health risks of belly fat, as well as some lifestyle changes to get rid of it.
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