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Why belly fat after 40 is a hormone problem (not willpower)

Three hormones — cortisol, insulin, and estrogen — conspire after 40 to store fat specifically in your belly. Here’s the mechanism and what to do about it.

May 30, 2026 · 6 min · Quiet Inflammation

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