Visceral fat is the fat that wraps around and pads important organs in the abdomen such as the liver, pancreas, and kidneys. We would like to invite you for a COMPLEMENTARY BODY SCAN.
Unlike our subcutaneous fat (that’s the fat that sits under our skin – the fat you can pinch), you can’t see visceral fat from the outside. It’s actually possible you could have a flat stomach and appear to have little visible fat while still having significant visceral fat inside you.
THE RISK TO GOOD HEALTH
While visceral fat protects your organs, you can have too much of a good thing. High levels of this deep abdominal fat are related to poor health outcomes like stroke, high cholesterol, and heart disease. High levels of visceral fat affect insulin sensitivity which over time can lead to type 2 diabetes. Studies have linked dementia, and some cancers to higher visceral fat levels.
TOO MUCH VISCERAL FAT CREATES EVEN MORE FAT
Another issue with having too much visceral fat is its impact on adiponectin or the ‘fat hormone’. The role of adiponectin is to regulate the amount of body fat you have in your body. Visceral fat inhibits adiponectin, causing your body to produce more fat than you need.
ARE YOU FAT ON THE INSIDE?
Here are three ways to test for visceral fat.
This at-home method is not perfectly accurate but can give you an idea. Measure the largest parts around your waist and hip. Then divide the waist by the hip measurement. A healthy body should have less than 1.0 for men or 0.85 for women.
If you know you have a BMI score and you have a large waist, chances are you have a high level of visceral fat.
For a more accurate measurement of visceral fat, book your body composition scan at Transform. We are offering this free of charge. We understand some people are scared of numbers and ‘judgments’ but remember, we are kind at Transform and knowledge is power!
Here’s how to book for your 15 minute appointment for your FREE SCAN on our electronic scanner. This is done fully clothed (you just take your shoes off) and is quick. Then we can analyse the results together. You will find out
• Your visceral fat rating
• Cellular hydration levels.
• Overall body muscle and body fat levels.
• Bone density
• The exact amount of food energy you need to consume daily to maintain or change weight.
• Your biological age
• And more!
Christina will welcome you October 16,17 and 18 for your complementary scan.
TOP TIPS TO REDUCE VISCERAL FAT
The good news is reducing your visceral fat levels is doable and manageable.
You can reduce your deep abdominal fat rating by:
• Reducing the intake of sugar and refined carbohydrates.
• Filling up on non-starchy vegetables, fats and proteins.
• Avoid Trans Fats (found in deep fried and processed foods)
• Exercising regularly – book sessions as recurring events your diary.
• Getting more potassium in your diet. (Did you know that avocado, spinach, coconut water, watermelon and sweet potatoes all rank higher than bananas?)
• Reducing stress. (Try yoga or yin yoga at Transform)
• Focusing on getting enough sleep. (We can talk about that when you come in)
I wish you the very best in fitness and health,
Christina