India, July 10 -- Obesity is a consequence of a sedentary lifestyle and can be a precursor to several diseases and health complications. It also places additional stress on vital organs, forcing them to work harder and potentially affecting how efficiently they function. But did you know that obesity may also accelerate the ageing of your organs?ALSO READ: Is childhood obesity inherited? Paediatrician reveals if genes really matter

Ageing is most commonly associated with visible signs such as greying hair and wrinkles. However, your organs can also age earlier than expected, and obesity may actually accelerate this process.

It might seem shocking, but to understand how obesity can cause the heart to age faster, a cardiologist explained ...