What is visible fat and invisible fat?

Visible fat, also known as subcutaneous fat or adipose tissue, is the fat that you can see and feel under your skin. It is located just beneath the skin and is the most common type of fat in the body. Visible fat can be found on the abdomen, thighs, buttocks, and arms.

Invisible fat, also known as visceral fat or organ fat, is the fat that surrounds the organs in the abdominal cavity. It is located deep within the body and is not as visible as subcutaneous fat. Visceral fat can be found around the heart, liver, kidneys, and intestines.

Both visible and invisible fat can contribute to obesity and related health problems, such as heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and certain types of cancer. However, visceral fat is considered to be more harmful to health than subcutaneous fat. This is because visceral fat is more metabolically active and releases more hormones and chemicals that can increase inflammation and lead to chronic disease.

Reducing body fat, both visible and invisible, can improve your overall health and reduce your risk of chronic disease. There are a number of things you can do to reduce body fat, including:

* Eating a healthy diet, such as the Mediterranean diet or the DASH diet

* Exercising regularly

* Getting enough sleep

* Managing stress

If you are overweight or obese, talk to your doctor about ways to lose weight and reduce your risk of chronic disease.