All Fat is Not Equal- Fat Distribution Matters
Body weight is not a clear depiction of health. Individuals with the same body weight with varying adipose distribution can have very different health risks.
Why This Matters?
Body weight is very commonly used as the main indicator of an individual's health. This practice is extremely misleading as weight does not account for the distribution of different tissues in the body. Two individuals who have the same body weight but varying body composition can have very different outcomes in terms of their level of health risks. This is because where the fat is stored and what the properties of that fat are play a more significant role in an individual's health than weight alone. This becomes extremely important in youth, where early life patterns of weight gain track well long-term. This website explores adiposity, the types of fat tissue, youth impact and ways to approach the adiposity issue.
About Adiposity
Adiposity refers to the quantity of body fat, specifically referring to an accumulation of excess levels of fat in the body, and where the excess fat is distributed.
Healthy versus Unhealthy Fat
There are a few different types of fat, and each type of fat has its own associated degree of risk, along with where it is located.
Youth Health Impacts
Adiposity rates are increasing in youth due to inactivity, sedentary time, and diet. This poses a major risk when entering adulthood, as excess weight, along with its consequences, tracks well long-term.
Real-World Solutions
As adiposity rises, there is a need of solutions to handling the adiposity crisis.