What is visceral fat?

Visceral fat is fat stored around internal organs in the abdominal cavity. Unlike subcutaneous fat, it is metabolically active and strongly associated with insulin resistance, inflammation, and cardiovascular disease.

What visceral fat level is dangerous?

Visceral fat area above 100 cm squared measured by CT scan defines metabolic syndrome risk. DEXA and MRI provide accurate measurements; waist circumference provides a practical proxy.

How can I reduce visceral fat?

Visceral fat responds well to aerobic exercise and caloric restriction. Even modest weight loss of 5-10% body weight substantially reduces visceral fat, with benefits appearing before subcutaneous fat reduces.

Visceral Fat Estimate from Waist Circumference

Estimate visceral fat area from waist circumference and BMI. Visceral fat above 100 cm squared is associated with metabolic syndrome.

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