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Causes of belly fat and ways to reduce it

February 4,2020
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Belly fat are fats that are located around the abdomen, it is a great challenge on one’s health at times, these are some causes of belly fat and ways to lose it.

Excess belly fat can increase the risk of heart diseases, heart attack, high blood pressure and even stroke.

Causes of Belly Fat

1. Poor diet

Sugary food, such as cakes and candy, and drinks, such as soda and fruit juice, can:

  • cause weight gain
  • slow a person’s metabolism
  • reduce a person’s ability to burn fat

Low-protein, high-carb diets may also affect weight. Protein helps a person feel fuller for longer, and people who do not include lean protein in their diet may eat more food overall.

2. Too much alcohol

Consuming excess alcohol can cause a variety of health problems, including liver disease and inflammation.

A 2015 report on alcohol consumption and obesity indicates that drinking excess alcohol causes males to gain weight around their bellies, though study results in females are inconsistent.

3. Lack of exercise

If a person consumes more calories than they burn off, they will put on weight.

An inactive lifestyle makes it hard for a person to get rid of excess fat, particularly around the abdomen.

4. Stress

A steroid hormone known as cortisol helps the body control and deal with stress.

When a person is in a dangerous or high-pressure situation, their body releases cortisol, and this can impact on their metabolism.

People often reach for food for comfort when they feel stressed, and cortisol causes the excess calories to remain around the belly and other areas of the body for later use.

5. Genetics

There is some evidence that a person’s genes can play a part in whether or not they become obese.

Scientists think genes can influence behavior, metabolism, and the risk of developing obesity-related diseases.

Similarly, environmental factors and behavior also play a role in the likelihood of people becoming obese.

Ways to reduce belly fats

  • A healthy diet can be good for your heart and reduce belly fat.
  • Reducing alcohol consumption
  • Increase in exercise
  • Reducing stress

 

 

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