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Dr. Emily Cooper and guests discuss the latest insights into metabolism and its implications for health.

Why is your fat talking to you? In the latest solo episode, Dr. Emily Cooper, Andrea Taylor, and Mark Wright explore groundbreaking research into metabolic health. Learn why the scale doesn't always reflect metabolic risk, and discover the science behind fat's active role in the body. KEY TAKEAWAYS Metabolic dysfunction cannot be judged by scale weight alone. Visceral fat is a stronger predictor of heart failure than BMI. Hormonal environments profoundly affect fat storage and health risks. NOTABLE QUOTE "Your fat is talking to you." — Andrea Taylor LINKS & RESOURCES Obesity Reviews Paper Immunological Reviews Journal Article European Congress on Obesity Study Links & Resources Podcast Home: fatsciencepodcast.com Cooper Center for Metabolism: coopermetabolic.com Resources from Dr. Cooper: coopermetabolic.com/resources Join Our Community: patreon.com/cw/FatSciencePodcast Submit Your Question: questions@fatsciencepodcast.com or dr.c@fatsciencepodcast.com Fat Science is supported by the Diabesity Institute, a nonprofit dedicated to increasing access to effective, science-based metabolic care. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as…

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