What is Apron Belly & Its Risk

Pregnancy brings changes in a woman’s body and life and that changes often tend to last even after childbirth. Weight gain, postpartum depression, and sleepless nights are certain issues that a lady may have to cope with post-childbirth. If you’ve recently given birth to a beautiful angel, you know what we are talking about.

No doubt, you like your baby and love the way your body has changed after pregnancy, but there are certain changes, that the majority new moms can do without. For instance! If you have noticed an excessive amount of fat or tissue hanging down your lower part, chances are high that you have an Apron belly.

What Is an Apron Belly?

Apron belly, also referred to as mother’s apron or pannus stomach, occurs when the fat surrounding the internal organs expands due to weight gain or pregnancy. In pregnant women fat occurs because of the surplus fat deposited in the omentum.

Omentum is a flap under the abdominal muscles and in the front of the intestines where the fat deposits.

Apron belly can hang from the abdomen to the top of the pubic area, upper thighs, or maybe the knees. The most reasons are pregnancy and weight gain. However, it’s not just common in new-mothers or overweight women; men who have lost tons of weight may develop an apron belly too.

What Are the Risks of Apron Belly Fat?

Fat lying below the skin that can be grabbed with hands is subcutaneous fat. In the belly, this fat builds up in the spaces between and near viscera ( internal organs just like the stomach and intestines).

 It’s called visceral fat and generates toxins that affect the way the body functions. It is tucked away inside the body and doesn’t give an indication of how healthy the body is. you may now be overweight but this type of fat could cause inflammation, Type 2 diabetes, cancer, and other heart ailments in future.

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Also, don’t forget to read our article – Some Helpful Tips For Reducing & Dealing With Apron Belly.