Your waist circumference counts
Belly fat is first and foremost a health concern. Bigger circumference is associated with higher mortality rate, higher risk of diabetes, and a higher chance of cardiovascular diseases. Your 6 pack abs hide under two types of belly fat:
a) Subcutaneous fat is located right under your skin. It presents lower risk than the visceral kind and it produces useful hormones
b) Visceral fat is located between organs in the body. It triggers inflammation processes and increases the risk of chronic diseases (e.g., insulin resistance)
Losing weight from this area is especially difficult for those with “apple” body shape because that’s where they store the fattest based on their genetics. However, lifestyle changes can do wonders, and nothing is impossible. Let’s do this!
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