Estrogen's Influence on Fat Storage in Women's Bodies

This chapter explores how estrogen plays a crucial role in guiding the body on where to store fat, debunking the myth that female sex hormones directly cause weight gain. It delves into the mechanisms of fat growth, discussing the distinction between hypertrophy and hyperplasia in fat cells, and highlights the impact of estrogen on fat storage during puberty, menopause, and metabolic changes.