Are you someone who’s trying to lose some extra pounds to have a slimmer body? Do you have more pounds on your belly than any other part of your body? Belly fat is one of the most rigid fats in our body. It does not go away quickly if extreme measures are not taken towards heading a healthy lifestyle. There are many causes why people gain belly fat faster than any other fat on their body. Excessive belly fat is a risk factor for diseases like metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, heart diseases, and cancer. The medical term for belly fat is “visceral fat,” which refers to the surrounding the liver and other organs in our abdomen. There are some ways which you can overlook to reduce the chances of getting belly fat, some of them are:

1.  Eating Sugary Items

Many people gain excess belly fat due to the overeating of sugary food items or beverages. The processed sugar items make us gain extra pounds, which directly makes way to our belly. High-sugar items include cakes, ice creams, cookies, donuts, candies, and flavored soda. Although these things satisfy our cravings for a short time, the effect they have on our body remains for a longer time. Sodas and other sugary beverages make it easy to consume a hefty dose of sugar and make us want to have it again and again. This kind of food item might provide us pleasure, but they actually send us towards an unhealthy lifestyle. 

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2.  Alcohol

People who have a habit of consuming alcohol daily are prone to having belly fat. When you drink in moderate amounts, especially red wine, it may reduce your risk of heart attacks. However, a high intake of alcohol will lead to many complicated issues, including belly fat. A study has shown that alcohol suppresses fat burning, and the excessive calories from alcohol are stored as belly fat. So, try to reduce or stop your alcohol intake as it may cost you your life with excessive fat, which will lead to severe diseases.

3.  Inactive Lifestyle

People who have an inactive lifestyle are the ones with the most belly fat stored in their bodies. If you do not like to walk, do some outdoor activities, or do not have an active routine, this will gain weight. The excessive weight would mostly show up in the belly and then to other parts of the body. This is why we see doctors, especially nutritionists, recommend a healthy lifestyle to everyone. Not only will this help you gain a healthy body, but it will also reduce your chances of catching a chronic illness. A major study found that people who sit in front of the TV all day are most likely to gain belly fat. Inactive people are also prone to stress and depression, which also raises the chances of gaining weight due to being least concerned about your own wellbeing. 

Until Next Time,

Team Doctor ASKY!