FDNT 211: Regional distribution of adipose tissue

Regional distribution of adipose tissue

Normal and Therapeutic Nutrition 3(2+1)

Lesson 31:Over weight and Obesity – causes, symptoms and dietary management

Regional distribution of adipose tissue

Weight gain in the area of and above the waist (apple type) is more dangerous than weight gain around the hips and flank area (pear type). Fat cells in the upper body have different qualities than those found in hips and thighs.

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