Dr. Sean O'Mara explains the difference between visceral and subcutaneous fat, why visible abs don't guarantee metabolic health, how MRI scans detect hidden disease, and the fasting and microbiome strategies that can change your fat distribution.
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Visceral Fat Is Far More Harmful Than Subcutaneous Fat
Dr. O'Mara explains that visceral fat stored around organs drives metabolic disease, while subcutaneous fat may be protective, and a six-pack can mask dangerous internal fat.
Fasting and Microbiome Strategies to Build 'Good' Fat
Dr. O'Mara describes how targeted fasting and gut microbiome optimization can shift fat storage toward healthier fat depots and improve metabolic function.