Medically reviewed by Anju Goel, MD Key Takeaways The hypodermis is the innermost layer of the skin that stores fat and energy, pads and protects the body, and attaches skin to the bones and ...

Subcutaneous fat is stored just beneath the skin and can be pinched with your fingers. Visceral fat lies deep within the abdominal walls and surrounds the organs. Visceral fat tends to cause bad ...