Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health Belly Fat and Psoriasis: The Hidden Connection - AI Podcast
Jun 26, 2025
Discover the surprising link between abdominal fat and psoriasis, revealing how visceral fat heightens inflammation. Research shows that even women with no genetic predisposition face increased risks with high waist-to-hip ratios. Long-term studies suggest that weight gain in the abdominal area significantly raises the chances of developing psoriatic arthritis. Learn transformative dietary tips and the importance of vitamin D, alongside practical lifestyle changes that can reduce inflammation and promote better health.
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Abdominal Fat Predicts Psoriasis Risk
- Abdominal fat predicts psoriasis risk more accurately than overall body fat or fancy scans.
- Psoriasis is now seen as a full-body inflammatory autoimmune disease, not just a skin issue.
Visceral Fat Triggers Psoriasis Independently
- Women's psoriasis odds jump 35% per increase in abdominal fat; men’s odds rise 13%.
- Genetic predisposition (HLA-C06) matters less when belly fat triggers inflammation.
Abdominal Fat Drives Psoriatic Arthritis
- Women with BMI over 35 face six times higher psoriatic arthritis risk.
- Chronic accumulation of abdominal fat, not brief weight gain, drives joint damage and immune imbalance.