Feeling self-conscious about the size of your stomach, you've been tempted to look into one of the countless products out there touting washboard abs in 30 seconds or less.
But instead of buying into a quick fix this year, why not follow some of the experts' advice for kicking that spare tire for good?
Infomercials may tell you otherwise, but most research has shown it isn't possible to spot reduce. Exercises like crunches may tone your abdominal muscles but that doesn't mean you're necessarily losing a lot of fat there, says Lynn Millar, professor of physical therapy at Andrews University in Michigan and a fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine.The good news
Fear not. You're probably already doing the kinds of exercises that will lead to great abs — just maybe not the right amounts.
If you've got some weight to lose, say 10 pounds or more, your primary focus should be aerobic exercise, such as running, biking and swimming, which will help lower your total body fat.
To get the best results, aim for 30 to 45 minutes of aerobic exercise three to five days a week. Twice a week incorporate anaerobic exercise, such as weight lifting, using eight to 10 different exercises targeting large muscles, Millar says.
"If you're a guy with a 38 waist and your stomach is hanging over your belt, you're not going to firm that," he says. "You need to lose weight at the same time."
Center of attention
Once you're ready to focus on ab exercises, you've got a wide range of choices. Most moves tend to do the same thing using different positions, Millar says, but if you're confused about which is best a trainer may be able to help.
Jackowski recommends crunches and reverse crunches; the latter involves pulling your knees toward your chest.
A recent study sponsored by the American Council on Exercise says the best at-home abdominal exercises in terms of getting definite results are the bicycle maneuver, where you perform a crunch by touching your knees to your opposite elbows, and the exercise-ball crunch, in which you lie back on the ball, thighs and torso parallel with the floor, and raise your torso no more than 45 degrees as you exhale."Abs need time to recover," says Billy Blanks, creator of a new Tae Bo workout called AMPED, which focuses on strengthening the core and burning fat with the help of an exercise bar. "If you keep going, you'll keep breaking them down."
Food facts
When it comes to your diet, don't skip meals. It may make your stomach feel and look flat, but it will probably make you feel lousy and lead to your sitting on the couch in front of the TV instead of spending time on the elliptical machine.
Millar recommends following the USDA's dietary guidelines, which advocate a balanced diet and, for weight loss, reducing your daily caloric intake. Along those lines, Jackowski suggests limiting your starches at night, when you need less fuel, while Blanks says he cuts back on sugar and soda.
While there are lots of different diets to chose from today, from low carb to low fat, in the end which one you choose may be less important than whether you stick with it, says Kerry Stewart, professor of medicine and director of clinical research exercise physiology at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine.
Healthy incentive
If having others see you in a bathing suit this summer isn't motivation enough, you should also consider the impact trimming your trunk can have on your health.
A growing body of research shows that larger waist sizes are associated with inflammation, and with that an increased risk of heart attack, type 2 diabetes and some types of cancer, says Dr. Luigi Fontana, assistant professor of medicine at the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. That's likely due to the presence of visceral fat, the fat that surrounds organs in the gut and can't easily be surgically removed.
In other words, liposuction won't cut it.
As we age, our visceral fat tends to increase. Men start off with more visceral fat, but for women between the ages of 25 and 65 this type of fat triples, says Gary Hunter, professor in the department of human studies and nutrition science at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. To avoid the age-related shift, prevent weight gain and maintain lean tissue, the answer is resistance and aerobic training.By maintaining a higher level of fitness, you're also more likely to be active, taking the stairs instead of the elevator or parking a little farther away from the front door of the mall, continuing the cycle.
"The magic bullet really is exercise," Hunter says.
"Eating a diet rich in whole grains while reducing refined carbohydrates changes the glucose and insulin response and makes it easier to mobilize fat stores," says study researcher Penny Kris-Etherton, PhD, RD, a distinguished professor of nutritional sciences at Penn State University.
"Visceral fat is more metabolically active and easier to lose than subcutaneous fat, especially if you have plenty of it and the right conditions are met, such as the ones in our study."
When you eat refined foods like white bread, it triggers a series of events, starting with elevated blood sugar levels followed by an increased insulin response, which can cause fat to be deposited more readily. But eating a diet rich in whole grains (which also tend to be higher in fiber) helps improve insulin sensitivity. This, in turn helps the body more efficiently use blood glucose, lowers blood glucose levels, and reduces fat deposition.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's 2005 Dietary Guidelines recommends that half of your grain servings come from whole grains.
"Eating whole grains exclusively may be difficult and unrealistic for many people," says Rosenbloom. Instead, she recommends, "work toward consuming more whole grains, as they tend to be high in fiber, which satisfies hunger for longer periods and helps you eat less than refined grains."
The diet is based on three basic steps: Discover a tea that you like, drink it all day and follow a simple diet plan.
Ukra starts by recommending that dieters wean themselves off coffee by replacing it with any kind of tea that they like. Dieters can select from green, black, oolong or white tea and may consume it hot or iced. The main things to remember is that it must be real tea (not herbal), you must drink a lot and avoid adding excessive amounts of sweeteners.
Ukra claims that tea encourages weight loss because of three major ingredients:
Dieters are encouraged to eat three meals a day that include a balance of protein, carbohydrate and fat. Portion control is achieved by using the plate method and dieters are advised to use an 8-inch plate so as to avoid overeating.
Half the plate should be covered with healthy carbohydrates including fruit, vegetables and whole grains. A quarter of the plate should contain lean protein such as chicken, fish, lean beef, egg white or tofu and a quarter of the plate should contain green or red vegetables.
In addition each meal should contain a small amount of healthy fat such as a teaspoon of olive oil or a tablespoon of low fat salad dressing.
Dieters are also advised that if they want to have a carbohydrate snack they should always include some protein as well and vice versa. This is to prevent a rapid increase in blood sugar and to stop the carbs being stored as fat. The meal plans include suggested snacks, however, they are not mandatory and should be eaten only if feeling hungry.
Lean beef, fat free cheese, fish, egg whites, turkey breast, Boca burgers, nonfat yogurt, brown rice, sweet potato, oatmeal, cream of wheat, pumpkin, popcorn, avocado, olive oil, flaxseed, raw nuts, vegetables, fruit.
| Breakfast Yogurt tea parfait |
| Morning Snack Apple pie tea served hot or cold |
| Lunch Tea grilled chicken |
| Afternoon Snack 1 cup edamame |
| Dinner Lettuce wrapped tea turkey burger |
| Evening Snack Strawberry chocolate mint tea frozen yogurt |
Cardiovascular andare recommended strength training exercises for their ability to benefit health and enhance general wellbeing. The authors highlight studies that show that tea can actually improve exercise performance and enhance fat burning during exercise.
The ultimate Tea Diet: Retails at $24.95.
The book includes a healthy meal plan that emphasizes portion control with a selection of interesting recipes as well as a lot of information about the different varieties of tea.
Although there may be some benefits to drinking tea in regard to weight loss it is more likely that any results experienced on this program will be due to lifestyle changes such as reducing calories and increasing physical activity.
Ultimate Weight Loss Solution is the creation of television personality and psychologist Dr. Phil McGraw.
Dr.Phil guides readers in a process of learning the reasons why they overeat and sabotage their weight loss attempts. The major focus of the program is identifying these issues and then working on resolving the emotional and psychological obstacles to weight loss.
Once this process is set in motion, dieters then shift the focus onto the dietary principles that will assist weight loss, such as limiting portion sizes, selecting healthy foods and becoming involved in a regular exercise program.
Dr.Phil’s weight loss strategy involves seven steps:
1 – Right Thinking
In this step you identify negative thinking about yourself and your weight loss issues. You learn how to take responsibility for your situation.
2 – Healing Feelings
Here you stop regarding yourself as a victim, take control of your emotions and decide to take action.
3 - A No-Fail Environment
This involves creating circumstances that will support a weight loss plan such as cleaning out the cupboards to remove foods that may trigger binges.
4 - Mastery over Food and Impulse Eating
In this step you learn how to prevent eating for reasons other than hunger and nourishment.
5- High-Response Cost, High Yield Nutrition
This step guides dieters through the process of evaluating eating habits and learning how to make healthy choices. You will start to follow a ‘high-response cost, high-yield nutrition’ diet plan that involves eating more foods that are high in fiber and nutrients.
6 – Intentional Exercise
You will begin to add exercise as part of your daily lifestyle.
7 – Your Circle of Support
This step involves enlisting the help of your family and friends to support your weight loss efforts. It may also involve avoiding people in your environment who may sabotage your results either intentionally or not.
Each step is explained clearly and there are case studies, quizzes and charts to assist dieters through the entire process.
The dietary aspect of the plan is actually very simple. Dieters are encouraged to increase the consumption of higher nutrient and lower calorie foods such as fruit, vegetables, proteins and whole grains while limiting the intake of calorie dense foods such as pastries, desserts and fried foods.
Recommended foods include fruits, vegetables, low fat dairy products, seafood, poultry, meat, eggs, whole grain cereals, pasta and breads.
| Breakfast Oatmeal with blueberries |
| Morning Snack Apple |
| Lunch Turkey Sandwich |
| Afternoon Snack 1-cup low fat yogurt |
| Dinner Grilled Salmon |
There are no specific exercise recommendations. Dr.Phil advises dieters to find an activity that they enjoy and to be involved in some form of physical activity every day. Dr. Phil also emphasizes the importance of exercise for long-term weight control.
The book retails for $7.99.
Dr.Phil has also published a food guilds which retails at $7.99 and a cookbook which retails at $26.00.
Dr.Phil also recommends the use of nutritional supplements including a multivitamin, vitamin C, vitamin E and calcium which may increase the cost of following this plan.
This diet is most appropriate for those who feel there are psychological issues that are affecting their ability to lose weight. It is tailored towards long-term results by changing attitudes and behaviors.
The dietary aspect of the program is based on common sense principles that will promote healthy weight loss and in addition to the recommended exercise this is a well-rounded plan that will assist dieters to create a lifestyle that will support long-term weight management.
Internationally acclaimed holistic nutritionist Gillian McKeith is the author of You Are What You Eat. She has become quite popular through her television program where she offers dieting and nutritional advice to viewers.
Gillian McKeith states that her mission is to ‘empower people to improve their lives through information, food and lifestyle’. She regards weight loss as a by-product of healthy eating and encourages dieters to focus on improving their nutritional intake rather than the pursuit of weight loss as a goal.
McKeith encourages dieters to adhere to a vegetarian diet for the first eight weeks of the program. Following this initial phase dieters may include small amounts of fish and organic chicken in the diet.
She recommends that dieters follow the principles of food combining for better digestion. Fruit is to be eaten on an empty stomach with starches and proteins to be eaten at separate meals.
Dieters are advised to eat small and frequent meals and to snack on fruit and vegetables when feeling hungry. McKeith advocates the use of fresh juices and raw foods due to their high nutrient and enzyme content. She also advises dieters to take digestive enzymes whenever they eat a cooked meal.
McKeith also recommends that dieters start their program with a series of colonics so as to support the detoxification of the body that occurs with the major dietary change that is generally necessary.
Red meat, caffeine, sugar, refined grains, spicy foods, fatty foods, and alcohol are to be strictly eliminated.
Fresh fruit and vegetables, fresh juices, sprouts, legumes, soy beans, nuts, whole grains such as oats and quinoa, fish, organic chicken, low fat dairy products, cold pressed oils, honey and maple syrup in moderation, herbal teas.
| Breakfast Fruit Salad |
| Morning Snack Vegetable juice |
| Lunch Large mixed salad with raw almonds |
| Afternoon Snack Hummus with raw vegetable crudités |
| Dinner Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie |
| Evening Snack Fresh peach |
McKeith recommends exercise as part of a balanced approach to long-term weight loss. She advises dieters to walk for 30 minutes every morning and to do 20 minutes of dancing or rebounding in the afternoons.
In order to follow the plan as recommended it would be beneficial to purchase a juicer and blender. There will also likely be a higher grocery bill due to increased requirement for fresh fruit and vegetables.
McKeith also recommends the use of a variety of supplements such as digestive enzymes and blue-green algae that may be expensive.
This is quite a rigid plan that will require a great deal of commitment in order to follow as recommended. It will appeal to the dieter who is open to new information and interested in applying natural remedies to improve specific health conditions.
Dieters may experience weight loss as a result of improving the nutritional quality of their diet and increasing exercise. The plan is likely to be too strict for the majority of dieters but for those who enjoy this style of eating it may be maintained as a balanced long-term health supportive weight maintenance plan.
The Cabbage Soup Diet is a 7 day meal plan, aimed at achieving fast weight loss. It is not a long-term weight loss solution, but is known to be effective over the short term. Apparently it originally came from a hospital (Sacred Hearts Hospital) to stimulate weight loss for surgery patients - but this cannot be verified.
Pros
Cons
This diet is not recommended
Day 1
Homemade cabbage soup, plus any fruit, apart from bananas.
Day 2
Homemade cabbage soup, plus other vegetables, including a baked potato with butter for dinner (potatoes are off-limits on other days)
Day 3
Homemade cabbage soup, plus other fruits and vegetables.
Day 4
Homemade cabbage soup, plus anything up to 6 bananas and fat-free milk.
Day 5
Homemade cabbage soup, plus 6 tomatoes and up to 450 grams of meat or fish.
Day 6
Homemade cabbage soup, plus meat(beef) and vegetables.
Day 7
Homemade cabbage soup, plus brown rice, pure fruit juice, and vegetables.
No bread, carbonated beverages, or alcohol.
6 large green onions
2 green peppers
1 or 2 cans of tomatoes (diced or whole)
1 bunch celery
1/2 head cabbage
1 package Onion Soup Mix
1 or 2 cubes bouillon (optional)
1 48 oz. can V8
Juice (optional)
Season to taste (salt, pepper, parsley, curry, garlic powder, etc).
Note: There are a number of variations to this recipe.
The biggest drawback of the Cabbage Soup diet plan is the sheer monotony of eating cabbage soup. However some diets (such as the negative calorie diet) basically look at the nutritional properties of the cabbage soup diet, and make it more interesting by combining other foods that have the same effect.
There are also serious concerns regarding the nutritional quality of this diet. On many days the diet is low in protein, calcium, and essential fatty acids. There also high levels of sodium or MSG (Monosodium Glutamate).
Weight loss will probably occur due to the low calorie intake.
For many years most athletes, fitness models, and bodybuilders have applied the same basic fundamentals to their diet. Principles like eating often (5-6 times per day), building muscle, eating lean proteins, and aiming to eat whole unrefined carbs.
Sadly many dieters have failed to take note of these techniques, often believing that calorie restriction is the only way to lose weight.
Hidden under the glossy marketing-speak in the Abs Diet, you will find sensible and workable ideas for fat loss. The principles are not new, but simply repackaged for a different market. In fact the program is quite similar to .
Whilst the book is called "The Abs Diet" - having visible abdominal muscles is about attaining very low levels of fat - rather than any magic diet, special exercise, or special piece of equipment. Attaining defined abs is difficult and challenging - but it sells, and many men now consider visible abs to be the pinnacle of a good bodyBody For Life.
The Abs diet contains a 7 day meal plan, made up of 12 ‘power foods’, along with recipes. One meal per week is designated as a ‘cheat’ meal - where you eat anything you want. The book advises avoiding foods like fatty meats, processed/refined carbs, high-sugar foods.
| The Power 12 Foods |
| 1. Almonds and Other Nuts eaten with skins intact. 6. Eggs 12. Raspberries and Other Berries If you are wondering why almonds, spinach, raspberries, and turkey were singled out — nothing scientific — it just helps to make a catchy acronym - absdietpower ! |
Essential to the diet program is strength and interval training. This is based on the premise that building muscle increases metabolism which will assist in burning fat.
Do You Get A Flat Tummy?
This is what the author says in response to spot reducing:
"…you can’t spot reduce per se. That’s a myth. But if people lose weight - particularly if they’re doing some moderate exercise at the same time - they’ll lower their body fat and will likely notice that loss in their bellies since that’s where most of the fat lives…"
Unfortunately this isn’t quite true. Women, in particular, carry most of their fat deposits around the thighs and hips. Also, belly fat can quite often be the last place that fat disappears from. However the book does is aimed at men which may explain the authors comments.
The Abs Diet pretends to be something new. However it is simply a basic guide to strength training, good nutrition, and exercise. It provides good sensible nutritional advice, and, if followed correctly would result in weight loss and improved overall conditioning.
| Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 |
| Meal #1: Flavored Oatmeal Meal #2: Tuna Salad Meal #3: Sandwich (any type) Meal #4: Scrambled Eggs | Meal #1: Banana Milk Shake Meal #2: Chicken Meal #3: Scrambled Eggs [and] Mixed Vegetables Meal #4: Cottage Cheese | Meal #1: Chicken Meal #2: Fruit Salad Meal #3: Fish Filet Meal #4: Cottage Cheese |
Fat Loss 4 Idiots food is made up of lean proteins, fruit and vegetables, and the sources of fat come from whole foods (such as cottage cheese or eggs). There are some starchy carbohydrates (such as oats and pasta). The day is divided into 4 meals that should be eaten at a minimum of 2 1/2 hours apart. There is no calorie or carb counting, no limit on portion size - Fat Loss 4 Idiots says you “just eat short of being full”.
It is difficult to obtain an exact caloric breakdown because meal sizes are based around eating short of being full. An analysis of a typical days meal indicates the diet is high in protein, low in fat, and with reduced carbohydrates. However all the foods listed are good choices.
Fat Loss for Idiots claims 9 pounds lost every 11 days. However this is extremely unlikely (and unsafe). This weight loss is often possible during an induction (typically a phase where you drop out starchy carbs). The weight lost is a mixture of water and fat (and possibly muscle). This kind of weight loss would be difficult to sustain, and would almost certainly be accompanied by a drop in metabolism.
The diet is a budget offering (at $27), and provides little in the way of recipes or ideas on meal preparation. There also appears to be no support of any kind from the site.
| DAY 1 | ||
| Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner |
| Black coffee or tea (Sweet & Low or Equal) or water 1/2 Grapefruit or Juice 1 slice toast with 1 Tbsp. Peanut Butter | 1/2 Cup of Tuna 1 slice toast Black coffee or tea (Sweet & Low or Equal) or water | 3 oz. any lean meat 1 cup green beans 1 cup carrots 1 cup vanilla ice cream 1 medium apple Black coffee or tea (Sweet & Low or Equal) or water |
| DAY 2 | ||
| Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner |
| Black coffee or tea (Sweet & Low or Equal) or water 1 egg (any style) 1 slice toast 1 banana | 1 cup cottage cheese or tuna 5 saltine crackers Black coffee or tea (Sweet & Low or Equal) or water | 2 beef franks or hot dogs 1/2 cup carrots 1 banana 1 cup broccoli or cabbage 1/2 cup vanilla ice cream Black coffee or tea (Sweet & Low or Equal) or water |
| DAY 3 | ||
| Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner |
| Black coffee or tea (Sweet & Low or Equal) or water 5 regular saltine crackers 1 oz.(slice) cheddar cheese 1 apple | 1 hard boiled egg 1 slice toast Black coffee or tea (Sweet & Low or Equal) or water | 1 cup tuna 1 cup carrots 1 cup cauliflower 1 cup melon 1/2 cup regular vanilla ice cream Black coffee or tea (Sweet & Low or Equal) or water |
Some people use the following substitutions for the 3 day diet:
A homemade version, popularised in a weekly women's magazine, includes soy milk, orange and cranberry juices, yogurt, wheat germ oil, and flaxseed oil. This version probably contains slightly more calories per serving than the bottled product.
Some of the ingredients in either version of the juice may cause allergic reactions or severe cramping. At least one dieter has reported online that the reactions she experienced were "like having a bad case of the stomach flu" and caused her to resume normal eating after only eight hours.
First and foremost, the expression “foods that burn fat” doesn’t exactly mean certain foods will burn up your fat and calorie storage. Instead, these foods assist in burning fat by either giving a boost to the metabolism or breaking fatty components. When taken in healthy doses and paired with a doctor approved fitness program, it will appear that these foods do, indeed, burn fat.
It’s also important to note that your mother was right! It’s best to eat your fruits and vegetables, for these are the foods that assist best in the fat burning process.
Foods that burn fat are those foods that metabolize at a quicker rate, when combined with exercise, than other foods. Foods rich in vitamin C or those containing fiber are good examples of foods that burn fat. Some of these include:
Vitamin C is especially helpful because it dilutes or liquefies fat. Because of this, the fat is more effective, making it easier to burn off during exercise. Eating citrus fruits on a daily basis does help to increase your metabolism. Grapefruits has been known to lower insulin levels, which will in turn make you less hungry.
Ok, so it’s not exactly a food, but green tea is said to be a wonderful fat burner because it increases the metabolism. That isn’t to say you can binge all night and all will be forgiven after a couple of cups of tea, but drinking green tea or taking green tea supplements can help to give the metabolism a boost.
Dairy foods can block the production of a fat producing hormone called calcitrol. Don’t load up on the cheese, but do drink skim milk or eat some low fat or fat free yogurt on a daily basis.
It’s not what immediately comes to mind when thinking about foods that burn fat, but water is an important staple in any dieter’s arsenal. Not only does it keep you feeling full, water also keeps you hydrated. Those who are dehydrated have a slower metabolism.
Jalapenos don’t only give your food a kick, they give your metabolism a kick too when they raise your heart rate.
Don’t just load up on the above mentioned foods and expect to lose weight, however. To lose the pounds and keep them off, you’ll have to burn fat with exercise. When it comes to weight loss, the only way to lose the pounds and keep them off is to do it slowly but surely. By burning off more calories than you ingest, you’re sure to lose weight.
It’s always best to check with your doctor before beginning any weight loss routine. She will advise you as to the best diet for your weight and lifestyle and the type of fitness regime you should undertake.
Good luck!
Dreams are a part of the life, which sometimes become true and most of the time, bite the dust. But when the dream is associated with lose a fat stomach, and becoming attractive again, it surely requires a decent shot.
A fat stomach can make you lose a lot in life, and self confidence is not the only thing that gets hurt. You lose the rapport at your workplace, you lose a good live life and you become unfit. Apart from all this, you are exposed to a lot more health problems which can hamper your future or present. Cardiac arrests, diabetes, gastrointestinal diseases are just a few of these. Gaining stomach fat is quite easy, but losing a fat stomach requires something more than dedication.
Taking the decision of removing the abdominal fat can be tough, especially when you don’t know how to proceed towards the dream. Differentiating dreams from reality requires a proper plan, that which can make you lose the fat stomach easily. For devising that proper plan, you need professionals like us who have dedicated their lives to make and keep people fit.
Our sole aim is to make you realize your dream of losing the fat stomach, in an effective way. It might sound very difficult to you, but we know that our methods and techniques are worthwhile enough to convert your dreams to a solid reality. So go ahead, dream bigger. Dream about striking a note at your workplace again, dream about kick starting your love life again and the most important, dream about losing the fat stomach!
Slimmer, sexier and healthier physique is fast becoming a trend for most teens. Every teenager wants to be able to flaunt an attractive figure. However, quick weight loss for teens may not be very healthy after all especially when drastic changes are being made on the diet. Still, the benefits of having slim body are important for most teens especially when it allows them to wear sexy clothes. Having a nice and attractive figure also boosts self confidence, makes them look and feel good and stimulates good mood.
Teens that have flabby tummies need not worry because their bodies are still in the process of development. Chances are that they will eventually lose this excess fat later on as they mature. Performing rigorous exercises to flatten the tummy may not be necessary at this time. They can allow nature to take its toll on their bodies and before they know it, their bodies will start to mature and start to have its form. Here are some pointers that can help teens become healthy without gaining excess fat.
Limit fast food intake. Fast food is very popular among teens. Fast food is the culprit behind many weight problems including obesity. Teens should recognize this fact and start limiting fast food meals if they do not want to have excess fat accumulating around their bodies. Participate in various sports and other physical activities. Make the most out of the work out you can get from participating in such school activities. Nothing beats being active and sweating it out.
Next is to start and exercise routine at home. Losing weight need not be expensive. If you prefer outdoor activities, you can take your dog out for a walk. If you do not have a dog, you can buy an aerobic or work-out CD that you can easily follow. Finally, limit intake of sweets. Too much sugar in the diet can make you gain a lot of weight. Practice moderation because sweets are high in calories.
By following these basic pointers, and by taking supplementary weight loss products such as Hoodia Rush you can save your body from extra fats and flabby excess.
What causes belly fat is a common question asked by many. The answer is a combination of several things:
1) Age
2) Gender
3) Your genetic inheritanc
The typical male tends to store more fat around his mid-section. While women tend to store fat around the lower waist area for instance their hips, butt and thighs.
Can what causes belly fat be unhealthy?
You bet!
You see when stomach fat is stored it carries a greater risk to your health. This risk can lead to several things like:
1) Raised blood pressure
2) High cholesterol levels
3) High blood sugar
4) Insulin resistance syndrome
5) Heart disease
So if what causes belly fat so unhealthy how do I get rid of it?
If you want to get rid of belly fat there are a few simple things you can do:
1) Eliminate processed foods and desserts from your diet.
* You should be eating lots of fresh fruits, veggies, salads, beans, wholegrains etc.
2) Try eating every 2-3 hours to help stabilize your blood sugar levels and speed up your metabolism. This will help in the process of losing belly fat.
3) Be active. By being active you will help bun calories your belly needs to get rid of that excess fat.
4) Do some cardio exercises. You don't need to join an expensive gym to get the cardio you need. Simply start walking for about 30 min. per day either outside or on the treadmill. Do aerobic exercise tapes. I know for many women this can be a simple way to just pop in a exercise tape take 30 to 40 minutes and get away from life (kids, work, etc.)!
Playing games can be a fun way to lose the causes of belly fat like: tennis or basketball. Swimming is another great exercise you can do to get rid of that belly fat quickly as well.
There you have it the quick version of what causes belly fat and how to get rid of it. I hope you enjoyed this article and got some useful information out of it. Just another quick tip I can give you if you are looking to lose belly fat quickly is to be sure to have a good program and mentor to help you along the way. This will dramatically increase your chances of success.
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