Almost everyone has areas of stubborn body fat that do not respond to diet or exercise efforts. The most commonly affected areas are the abdomen and flanks; however, the arms, thighs and other areas can be affected as well. Having excess fat can be extremely frustrating, especially if you eat healthily and exercise regularly.
Stubborn / Excess Fat
Causes of Stubborn / Excess Fat
Researchers believe that certain areas of body fat have varying adrenergic receptors, which are chemicals within fat cells that regulate fat release. Specifically, some areas contain more α-adrenergic receptors that inhibit fat burning. Males and females have different numbers of these receptors in different body areas, partially explaining why the two sexes accumulate and lose fat differently.
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Treatments for Stubborn / Excess Fat
Luckily, there are ways to remove excess fat that don’t involve just diet and exercise. At The Center for Aesthetics & Plastic Surgery, we offer a number of surgical and non-surgical treatments for patients seeking to enhance their body contours:
- Liposuction
- CoolSculpting
- Arm lift
- Thigh lift
If you have areas of stubborn fat you want to treat, don’t hesitate to reach out to us. Our providers will create an individualized treatment plan to meet your unique needs and expectations.
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