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Subcutaneous Fat Reduction

Meaning

Subcutaneous Fat Reduction is the clinical objective of decreasing the volume of adipose tissue located directly beneath the skin, distinct from the more metabolically hazardous visceral fat surrounding internal organs. While visceral fat reduction is often prioritized for systemic health, subcutaneous fat reduction is sought for body contouring and aesthetic improvement. This process requires a net energy deficit coupled with specific hormonal and metabolic signaling to mobilize and oxidize stored triglycerides.