Unmasking Visceral Fat: The Hidden Health Threat

TL;DR;

Visceral fat, unlike subcutaneous fat, is stored deep inside the belly and surrounds vital organs, posing significant health risks such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, fatty liver disease, and certain cancers. It is metabolically active, releasing chemicals that cause inflammation, insulin resistance, and organ stress. Even slim individuals can have high levels of visceral fat, a condition known as TOFI (Thin Outside, Fat Inside).