Unwanted Body Fat
Diet and exercise do a lot, but they cannot always address stubborn pockets of fat that seem to resist every effort. These areas are often determined more by genetics than lifestyle, which is why even people who are otherwise fit and healthy can struggle with localized fat in specific areas. At MD Cosmetic, we offer non-surgical fat reduction at our Port Moody and Abbotsford clinics for patients looking to reshape their silhouette without surgery or downtime.
What Causes Stubborn Body Fat?
Not all body fat responds equally to diet and exercise. The most common reasons certain areas are resistant to change include:
- Genetics: The distribution of fat across the body is largely determined by genetics, which is why some areas accumulate and hold fat more stubbornly than others regardless of overall fitness.
- Fat cell density: Some areas of the body have a higher concentration of fat cells that are less metabolically active and slower to respond to caloric deficit.
- Hormones: Hormonal factors influence where the body preferentially stores fat, particularly in areas like the abdomen, flanks, and thighs.
- Age: As metabolism slows with age, fat redistribution becomes more pronounced and stubborn pockets become more difficult to address through lifestyle alone.
- Sex: Biological differences in fat distribution mean that certain areas are more prone to stubborn fat accumulation depending on hormonal profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. CoolSculpting is designed for body contouring rather than overall weight loss. It works best for patients who are close to their goal weight but have localized areas of stubborn fat that do not respond to diet and exercise.
Common treatment areas include the abdomen, flanks, thighs, upper arms, and chin. Our team will assess your specific areas of concern during consultation to confirm suitability.
Results build gradually as the body processes and eliminates treated fat cells, with visible improvement typically appearing within a few months of treatment.
The fat cells eliminated through treatment do not return. However, maintaining results long-term depends on a stable weight, since remaining fat cells can still expand with significant weight gain
Book a consultation at our Port Moody or Abbotsford location. Our team will assess your areas of concern and determine whether CoolSculpting is the right fit for your goals.
