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Visceral fat is known to release harmful chemicals called cytokines, which contribute to chronic inflammation. This condition creates a cascade of health issues, increasing the risk of heart attacks, strokes, type 2 diabetes, hormonal imbalances, and even certain forms of cancer and neurodegenerative diseases like dementia.
Why Should You Be Concerned?
One of the most alarming aspects of visceral fat is that individuals can appear fit or thin on the outside while still having dangerously high levels of this hidden fat on the inside. This phenomenon, often referred to as "tofu" — thin on the outside but fat on the inside — highlights that outward appearance does not guarantee good health.