Fat stored around (and in) the abdomen and the important organs contained therein - such as your pancreas, kidneys, and intestines. Visceral fat is highly correlated with many adverse health outcomes, so much so that it's one of the commonly [[Proxy Measures]] for overall health. It's linked to [[Type 2 Diabetes]], [[Chronic Low-Level Inflammation]], and other nasty things. This is why your waistline is measured in your "_Biological Screenings_". **** # More ## Source - [[Simple Science Fitness]] - [[Good Energy (book)]] ## Related - [[Insulin Resistance]]