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5 Ways to Reduce Belly Fat

Belly fat builds up faster in women as compared to men. It is not a major health hazard for most people. But, it is the cosmetic requirements that motivate them to lose belly fat.

Over a period of time, however, the excess belly fat will lead to health problems. It will impact your abdominal organs and metabolism. So you shouldn't ignore it from the health point of view also.

How does Belly Fat Builds Up?

There are a number of things that impact fat buildup. The speed and quantum varies from person to person.

 

With age our metabolism changes. If you eat and exercise the same for decades even then you may begin to build up fat around your belly after the middle age. Your metabolism has reduced with age and you must adjust your food intake to match with the changes metabolism.

You may be genetically disposed to gain weight. This is bad and good news both. In fact if you are aware and take suitable action then you can avoid getting a fat belly. That is good news. However, if you do not take care then you certainly are going to build up excess belly fat.

Your eating habits can also have an impact on your waistline. If you have a habit of eating during the late night then you are sure to put on weight. Change your habit and take your dinner at least 3 hours before going to the bed, e.g, take your dinner by 8pm if you go to bed by 11pm.

Sedentary lifestyle can add a few extra inches to your waist. If you sit long hours on a chair or couch and do not have any daily exercise routine, then you are likely to get fat sooner than later. Even your posture during sitting and standing can build up those extra pounds around your belly and the rest of the body.

Stress also increases weight. The hormone cortisol released due to stress increases production of sugar in the body, which over a period of time builds up into abdominal fat.

Menopause for women is another risk factor to put on extra pounds.

So. By now you would have realized that belly fat may just build up. It requires extra motivation and commitment to lose belly fat particularly when one or more of the above factors are into play.

5 Simple Remedies to Lose Belly Fat Fast

There are many different ways to lose your belly fat. Some require medical attention, but in most cases you will find that simple home remedies and lifestyle changes can really have a big impact and you may begin to lose weight around your belly and the rest of the body within days or weeks. Within a couple of months or more you may achieve your objective of getting your flat stomach back if you remain dedicated to the objective.

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You require belief and dedication to follow these simple home remedies and lifestyle change to get back into shape.

1. Consume More Fiber

All fibers are not the same. Eat more soluble viscous fiber food items to reduce belly fat. Plant based fruits and vegetables and legumes are rich sources of soluble fiber that gives feeling of fullness for a long time and reduce weight.

 

2. Reduce Carbohydrates Intake

Low carbs diet helps to reduce weight. In fact this is the fastest way to lose belly fat. Reduce the intake of white bread and other carbs. Replace it with a high protein and fiber rich diet to get the best results.

3. Eat More Protein

Protein boosts metabolism and reduces craving. This way you will eat less without starving and lose weight. Eggs, cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, oats, almonds, milk and meat are great sources of high protein. Choose what suits you.

4. Avoid all Sugar

Refined sugar in commercial drinks turns into glucose and fructose. Excess fructose can't be processed by the liver, so it gets converted to fat. That is why it is important to avoid refined sugar completely.

5. Keep Moving

Sedentary lifestyle can accumulate fat. around your belly and the entire body. Get ups from your seat every 30 minutes and walk. Make a habit of daily 45 minute walk.

If you take care of your routine with discipline. Eat less and eat right and exercise. Avoid unnecessary stress and enjoy life, then you will reduce your belly fat fast and if you continue the newly developed disciplined lifestyle then you will not build it up again.