Body fat deep below the surface is a toxic risk, especially for your heart – The Conversation AU

Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, its easy to forget one of the largest health challenges we face remains the global obesity epidemic. World Health Organisation data shows obesity has nearly tripled in less than 50 years, with about 40% of adults worldwide now overweight or obese. High body fat increases the risk of chronic diseases, including heart problems, diabetes and cancer.
However, its not simply the total amount of body fat that can increase the risk of disease. The type and location of fat i…

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