A major 2026 study from the Whitehall II cohort reveals that a simple waist circumference measurement at age 65 outperforms traditional fitness tests like walking speed, grip strength, and balance in predicting who will lose independence in daily activities over the next decade. Visceral fat, the deep abdominal fat surrounding organs, drives chronic inflammation and metabolic havoc far more aggressively than overall body weight. This episode explores the science, supporting research, real-world implications, study limitations, and practical steps to protect your mobility and autonomy as you age

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