why is fat stored mainly around the waist and stomach?

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As title says; why is fat first stored around the stomach and then afterwards the other parts of the body. Also why in the case of women is it also the thighs and but.

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3 reasons:
1. It insulates your vital organs, i.e. prevents quick heat loss.
2. It acts as a shock absorber and asa protective layer for your vital organs.
3. It’s closer to your center of mass there, making the extra weight easier to move. Also, having a lot of stored fat makes it more difficult to use your limbs.

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