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Why do I look pregnant at 60? Understanding Your Changing Body

According to the Mayo Clinic, many women notice an increase in belly fat as they get older, even without weight gain. If you're asking, "Why do I look pregnant at 60?", you are experiencing a common phenomenon rooted in hormonal shifts and metabolic changes.

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Why does my stomach protrude as I get older? Understanding age-related changes

According to a study published in the journal *Obesity*, visceral fat can increase by over 200% in men and 400% in women between their 30s and 70s, which is a major factor in explaining why a person's stomach may protrude more as they get older. Understanding this age-related shift in fat storage, combined with other physical changes, provides clarity on what causes this common bodily change.

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