Epigenetics is just as important as your genetics when it comes to visceral fat. Your body shape and size are determined by many factors. Although genetics play a role in where you may store fat as does whether you are male or female, the biggest factor in body fat is epigenetics. This is the lifestyle you lead including food choices, exercise, stress level, and toxic exposure.
Dr Cypress of the Cleveland Clinic said it best, “Body shape and size are determined by genetics, lifestyle, sex and age. While diet and exercise alter the size of your body, the shape – where fat deposits accumulate – is largely determined by genetics. Genetics will set the distribution process, and what people do with their lives determines how it fills up. Genetics sets the table and what you eat at the table can influence size and health.”