The Fat Problem: TL;DR
Fat isn’t just stored calories—it’s a complex, hormone-controlling organ that talks to your brain, immune system, and metabolism. When kept in balance it’s crucial for health, but in excess it can spark inflammation, throw hormones off, heighten your risk of almost every major disease, and shave years off your life.
This Kurzgesagt video breaks down exactly what fat really is, how it works, when it crosses the line into danger, and whether the damage from too much fat can be reversed. For deeper dives, they point you to free resources on Brilliant and their new Health Journal to build science-backed routines without the guilt.
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