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An article by Dr Edward Leatham, Consultant Cardiologist © 2025 E. Leatham This article explores carbohydrates, visceral fat (VAT), and why adding fats to food may lower your cardiometabolic risk. Short on time? Listen to the 15-minute VAT-Trap podcast summary […]
Menopause often brings a hidden shift in fat storage—from hips to abdomen—driven by falling oestrogen and loss of muscle. This article explains why visceral fat matters more than weight, how simple screening can detect risk early, and how HRT, lifestyle change, and modern tools can protect long-term heart and metabolic health.