1. Central body fat, especially around the abdomen, strongly linked to a higher risk of developing psoriasis.
2.  The association is particularly pronounced in women.
3. Genetic factors and central adiposity independently increase psoriasis risk.
4. Insights could guide future identification of at-risk individuals.
5. Weight management integration could be essential in psoriasis prevention and care strategies.
6. The study population was limited to White British individuals, affecting the generalizability of the findings.
7. Imaging-based measures were available only in a small subset of participants, potentially limiting statistical power.

Source: Journal of Investigative Dermatology