Brown Fat and White Fat: Everything You Should Know
Our bodies store fat in two main types: white fat for energy storage and brown fat for burning energy.
White fat, found around organs and hips, stores excess calories as large droplets.
Brown fat, located near the shoulders and neck, is packed with mitochondria that burn calories to generate heat.
– When cold, brown fat kicks in, burning calories to keep us warm.pen_spark –
Brown fat boosts metabolism and may help combat obesity and diabetes.
– Unlike white fat's storage role, brown fat burns energy, making it the "good" fat.pen_spark –
Adults have less brown fat than babies, but research seeks ways to activate it in adults.
Certain foods and activities might increase brown fat activity, but more research is needed.
Understanding brown fat is key for developing future weight management strategies.
Both fats have functions, but brown fat holds promise for promoting better health.pen_spark
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