Study Ties Sugar-Sweetened Beverages to Increased Belly Fat

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Sugar-sweetened beverages may lead to increased belly fat, even if you don’t gain weight.

A new study by the American Heart Association found that people who consumed sodas, or similar drinks, on a daily basis, gained 30%more abdominal fat, over a period of 6 years.

However, they didn’t gain weight overall.

Visceral fat in the midsection wraps around internal organs, such as the liver and pancreas, and affects hormones, such as insulin, potentially creating several health issues.

The association recommends a limit of 100 calories per day of added sugar for women, and 150 a day for most men.