The Fat Problem TL;DR

This Kurzgesagt video shatters the myth that fat is just stored calories—it’s actually a complex, hormone-producing “organ” that communicates with your brain, immune system, and metabolism. In balanced amounts it’s crucial for health, but when it piles up it turns toxic, sparking inflammation, hormonal chaos, higher risk of nearly every major disease, and even shaving years off your life.

The big questions: What exactly is fat doing behind the scenes? When does it cross the line from helpful to harmful? And can you reverse the damage once you’ve overshot the mark? Dive in for a science-backed deep-dive into how to tame this double-edged organ.

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