Why belly fat hurts your liver
Impact of visceral adipose tissue on liver metabolism and insulin resistance. Part II: Visceral adipose tissue production and liver metabolism.
Not medical advice. For informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare professional. Terms
Practical Takeaways
Prioritize reducing visceral fat through diet, exercise, and sleep — not just overall weight loss.
Not medical advice. For informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare professional. Terms
Practical Takeaways
Prioritize reducing visceral fat through diet, exercise, and sleep — not just overall weight loss.
Publication
Journal
Diabetes & metabolism
Year
2008
Authors
J. Girard, Max Lafontan, Max Lafontan
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Fat around the organs sends out fat molecules and inflammatory signals directly into the liver through a major blood vessel.
Too much fat around the organs is linked to higher blood sugar, higher bad fats in the blood, and lower good cholesterol, which can lead to diabetes and heart problems.
Fat around the organs sends out chemicals that talk to liver cells and immune cells inside the liver.
Where fat is stored in the body — especially around the organs — is linked to how the liver processes energy and how sensitive it is to insulin.
When too many fat molecules and inflammatory signals from belly fat reach the liver, it becomes less responsive to insulin.