While many people think that weight gain is inevitable with age, it doesn’t have to be. When you gain weight, you increase your risk for health conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and cardiovascular disease. The fat you carry around your midsection is of particular concern. Abdominal fat is also called visceral fat. Doctors worry about abdominal fat more than other body fat because it can go deep into your abdomen and fill space between your organs. For women, visceral fat also increases your risk for gallbladder surgery and breast cancer. Some studies suggest that visceral fat is more dangerous for your health because it disrupts your natural hormone levels. By losing weight, you can provide balance to your body and decrease your health risks.