Gynoid fat is the body fat that forms around the lower body, specifically the hips, thighs and buttocks.[1][2]
Gynoid fat in females is used to provide nourishment for offspring, and is often referred to as 'reproductive fat'.[3] This is because it contains long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), which are important in the development of fetuses.[4]
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