What is Visceral Fat?
Visceral fat is fat that surrounds the internal organs. Some people call it “hidden fat.” It most commonly collects around the mid-section, as this is where a majority or our major internal organs are located. Most of this type of fat builds around the stomach area. Visceral fat is different from other types of fat that are closer to the skin. This type of fat is more dangerous, and can increase the risks of diabetes, heart disease, and hypertension. It can also cause high cholesterol. Developing this type of fat creates a more serious health risk than other types of fat that are stored on other areas of the body.
