Visceral adipose tissue: a critical review of intervention strategies

OBJECTIVE: To review the published literature regarding the effect of caloric restriction, pharmacologic intervention, and exercise to promote the loss of visceral adipose tissue (VAT) DESIGN: A review was conducted of published studies which measured VAT using computed tomography or magnetic resonance imaging before and after caloric restriction, pharmacologic therapy, or exercise. STUDIES REVIEWED: 23 separate studies were reviewed. Men...