The size of your waistline may be a good predictor in determining your heart disease risk. So says a recent study that was presented at The American College of Cardiology’s annual conference. This study argues 2 important points: (1) A thick waistline maybe the culprit contributing to congestive heart failure and cardiovascular disease, and (2) Abdominal Fat or Belly Fat is the most dangerous fat in the body, producing dangerous inflammatory substances highly associated with heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure and stroke.
“With more than 65% of the American adult population being clinically overweight or obese, it’s not surprising that heart disease is the #1 killer of adults in the U.S.” say Wiley Mullins, a wellness advocate who believes that the high rate of overweight and obesity drives the steady climb in adult disability applications. 14 million Americans are now receiving disability benefits, with more than 1.6 million of these beneficiaries being added over the past 5-year period alone. According to Mullins, “the primary reasons given in applying for disability are lifestyle related. Excessive weight contributes to back pain, Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, knee and other joint ailments. If we all secured a healthy waistline, we would feel better, be more physically active while enjoying successful careers.
A healthy waistline for women is 35 inches or less and 40 inches or less for men.”Given the importance of securing a trim waistline, Mullinshas ignited an aggressive national movement aimed atgenerating awareness for securing a trim waistline. He firmly believes that wellness is a lifestyle that all people should experience. For years, his goal has been to create simple and easily understood avenues towards securing a wellness lifestyle. Every Inch Matters®identifies both the movement and the new waistline tape measurethat’s central to reining in bulging waistlines and preventing and stemming theType 2 diabetes, obesity, and heart disease epidemics. Also, the Every Inch Matters® waistline tape measure provides important information for those currently dealing with these health conditions. According to Mullins, “This simple little tool can be the turning point for anyone in pursuit of a healthier lifestyle.”
Unlike astandard tape measure, the Every Inch Matters® waistline measure features bold color-coded inscriptions that allow for a quick and easy determination of a healthy waistline. A risky waistline or “Danger Zone” is reflected by the color red, and the color green signals a waistline “Safe Zone.”Studies confirm that women with waistlines that exceed 35 inches and men with waistlines that measure 40 inches or greater are at elevated risk for Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and/or heart disease.
The Every Inch Matters® waistline measuredoesn’t stop there. On the reverse side of the tape there’s a
wealth of critical wellness information, including the common risk factors for diabetes; guidelines for preventing and controlling the disease; tips for exercising daily; losing weight and eating properly; and ways to battle heart disease and hypertension.
