Definition: Fat located in the peritoneal cavity (abdominal area) that surrounds the body's internal organs.
Also Known As: organ fat
Common Misspellings: viseral fat
Examples:
Those who have an "apple" body shape have an excess of visceral fat.
Visceral Fat
From Jennifer R. Scott, former About.com Guide
Updated January 22, 2008
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