Why Is Visceral Fat Harmful?
Visceral Fat Measurement
Consult a physician
Consume a Nutrient-Rich Diet
Limit your alcohol consumption
Control Your Anxiety
Visceral fat is a type of fat that is found deep within your stomach. It has been linked to major health issues such as type 2 diabetes, Alzheimer's disease, stroke and cancer. Dr. Yasmin Akhunji explains why visceral fat is so hazardous and how to get rid of it, For a variety of reasons, we want to avoid having excess fat around our waist. The problem with belly fat is that it affects both our organs and the bothersome fat pad beneath our bellies. We know that belly fat, regardless of weight, increases the risk of insulin resistance and Type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, stroke risk, and even colorectal cancer. It's critical to keep an eye out for the'metabolic syndrome,' which includes abdominal obesity as a risk factor, even at a young age. Thyroid hormones, which influence metabolism and other hormones such as insulin and cortisol, should also be monitored."There is no accurate method for determining a person's visceral fat. Body fat distribution can be more accurately measured with dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA). We can gain a more complete picture of body composition by splitting body weight into fat, bone, and lean tissue mass. According to the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, a healthy body fat percentage varies by age and gender. Adults aged 20 to 39, for example, should aim for a body fat percentage of 21 to 32 percent for women and 8 to 19 percent for men. These percentages vary and climb as people get older. Consult your doctor to ascertain a healthy body fat percentage.
