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Is it possible that visceral fat on a woman is related to a hormonal imbalance?

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Visceral fat: Visceral fat is associated with Insulin resistance. Insulin resistance is associated with a number of "hormone imbalances" including polycystic ovarian syndrome.

Answered 6/25/2014

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