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Visceral fat is located deep in the abdominal cavity and, unlike subcutaneous fat, which is located under the skin and can be felt with the hand, this type of fat covers internal organs such as the liver and intestines. Under normal conditions, this fat acts as a source of energy storage and protection for internal organs.

“As estrogen production decreases in aging women, it becomes harder to absorb calcium,” explains nutritionist Rebecca Scritchfield, author of Body Kindness. And since the risk for osteoporosis increases with age, this nutrient is vital for your health. “Women over the age of 50 should aim for roughly 1,200 milligrams of calcium daily, and women in their 40s should shoot for ...