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Visceral Fat Linked to Heart Risks in Adults

10/24/2025

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The study of middle-aged adults from Canada and the United Kingdom links visceral and hepatic fat to cardiovascular risk factors and carotid atherosclerosis, with visceral fat a stronger predictor than waist circumference.
MRI and ultrasound were used to quantify carotid atherosclerosis.
Because the analysis is cross-sectional, it cannot determine temporal relationships.
Researchers advise diet and exercise to reduce visceral and hepatic fat and cardiovascular risk.

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Story summary

The study of middle-aged adults from Canada and the United Kingdom links visceral and hepatic fat to cardiovascular risk factors and carotid atherosclerosis, with visceral fat a stronger predictor than waist circumference.
MRI and ultrasound were used to quantify carotid atherosclerosis.
Because the analysis is cross-sectional, it cannot determine temporal relationships.
Researchers advise diet and exercise to reduce visceral and hepatic fat and cardiovascular risk.