Belly fat is stored in two ways: As visceral and adipose fat. Men typically carry more of this risky intra-abdominal or visceral fat than women. Too much visceral fat secretes molecules linked to inflammation and raised blood sugar, making it a risk for conditions from heart disease to type 2 diabetes. All types of olive oil are relatively high in beneficial monounsaturated fatty acids Picture: iStockMake olive oil the staple fatSwitch butter or coconut oil for olive oil and your belly fat will thank you for it. All types of olive oil are relatively high in beneficial monounsaturated fatty acids, but extra virgin olive oil — the purest, most antioxidant-packed variety — has the most health benefits.

Source: Irish Examiner January 30, 2026 05:01 UTC