One researcher is warning that just because you look think does not mean you are. Some people are thin on the outside but have dangerous fat deposits internally.
Q. Where is internal fat located?
A. It surrounds vital organs like the heart, liver or pancreas and is invisible to the naked eye.
Q. Is internal fat dangerous to your health?
A. Doctors are unsure about the exact dangers of internal fat, but some suspect it contributes to the risk of heart disease and diabetes. They theorize that internal fat disrupts the body’s communication systems. The fat enveloping internal organs might be sending the body mistaken chemical signals to store fat inside organs like the liver or pancreas. This could ultimately lead to insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes or heart disease.
Should you worry? No. Studies show that stress kills. However, you might want to hit the gym a few times a week. The saying "it’s what inside that counts" seems appropriate.