Archive · 22 Jun 2025
Study Links Belly Fat to Increased Risk of Psoriasis
Scientists have found that having too much fat around your belly might make you more likely to get a skin condition called psoriasis.
They looked at lots of people and saw that those with bigger waists often got psoriasis.
Psoriasis causes red, scaly patches on the skin.
It's like your body's alarm system is always on, causing inflammation.
The study suggests doctors should look at waist size, not just overall weight, to understand a person’s risk.
Eating healthy and staying active are good ways to help.
Study links excess belly fat to an increased risk of psoriasis.
The research, by King's College London, examined health data of over 330,000 people in the UK.
Waist size and central body fat showed the strongest connection to psoriasis risk.
The study suggests doctors should focus on waist size more than BMI.
Findings may not apply to all ethnic groups due to participant demographics.
- Who
- Researchers at King’s College London conducted the study.
- What
- A study found a link between belly fat and increased risk of psoriasis.
- When
- The study was recently published.
- Where
- The study was conducted in the UK.
- Why
- To understand how body fat distribution affects psoriasis risk.
Standard Approach
New Study Insight
Assessment of Risk
Standard Approach
Focus on overall BMI and weight.
New Study Insight
Prioritize waist size and body fat distribution.
- Lead Researcher
- Dr. Ravi Ramessur
- Institution
- King’s College London
- Participants
- Over 330,000 people
- Main Finding
- Link between belly fat and psoriasis
- Published in
- Journal of Investigative Dermatology