Understanding Visceral Fat
Genetics play a significant role in health markers like LP and APOB levels, emphasizing that lifestyle alone isn't always to blame for elevated risks. Visceral adipose tissue, the fat surrounding organs, is a critical indicator of cardiovascular health, often more telling than overall body fat percentage. Utilizing tools like Dexa scans can provide valuable insights into fat distribution, helping to identify potential health risks that may not be visible externally.In this clip
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Related Questions
I recently got a full blood panel from Function Health, and one of the markers that popped up was my Lipo A/ApoA as being high. Is there truly nothing that can be done in terms of lowering this, and is it purely genetic?
Can you explain visceral body fat and how people can look lean despite having a lot of visceral fat?
How much of a role does genetics play in visceral fat compared to body fat?