Research shows less susceptibility to health problems when excess body fat is distributed around the ________.

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Research has indicated that excess body fat distributed around the hips and thighs (often referred to as a "pear-shaped" body) is associated with lower susceptibility to health problems such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and metabolic syndrome, compared to excess body fat distribution around the stomach (often referred to as an "apple-shaped" body). This may be due to differences in how fat is stored and metabolized in these areas of the body.

Research Shows Less Susceptibility to Health Problems When Excess Body