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First examine your diet. Do you eat a lot of fried foods? Or a lot of foods that are naturally high in fat, like butter and cream? Cutting down on the fat in your diet will help you cut down on the fat in your belly. Eat foods that are baked or broiled instead of fried. Use monounsaturated fats, such as olive oil, or non-stick sprays in cooking instead of butter. Avoid dishes rich in cream and butter and choose lean meats, especially when dining out. Switch to eating low-fat dairy foods, as having some dairy in your diet has been shown to help you lose weight. Drinking green teas has been shown to burn fat and lower cholesterol.
Be careful about the types of carbohydrates you consume. Studies have shown that people who have a diet high in foods made from refined carbohydrates, such as white sugar and flour, have higher levels of body fat. Start eating foods made of whole grains and eat more fruits and vegetables. The increased fiber will help you lose your belly fat.
Eating less carbohydrates altogether will also help you lose fat around the stomach. A diet of lean proteins and carbohydrates with a low glycemic index is best when trying to lose belly fat. Low glycemic index carbohydrates are those which do not bump up the blood sugar substantially when eaten. They burn off more slowly over time, leaving you feeling full for a longer period of time.
Drink alcohol sparingly when you are trying to lose belly fat. Not only does alcohol add extra calories to your diet, excess alcohol consumption causes elevated levels of cortisol. Cortisol is an anti-inflammatory hormone that also raises blood sugar levels. In normal amounts it is essential to the body's functions. In large amounts, it causes the body to store fat at a higher rate than normal, especially around the belly.
Modifying your diet alone will not eliminate belly fat. You must also exercise. Abdominal crunches or sit-ups are good for toning the belly muscles. Lie flat on the ground with your knees elevated. Put your hands behind your head. Slowly lift your torso up as far as you can and hold this position for 30 seconds. Lower yourself slowly to the ground. Start slowly with a few repetitions if you have not exercised lately. If you feel any back pain, stop at once and rest your back.
Any activity that stretches your waist or rotates your torso can help tone your waist. Try swimming, tennis, or cross-country skiing. Walking is another good activity. Although it does not specifically target the abdominal muscles, it is an excellent way to burn calories. You will find your waist becoming trimmer as you walk off your pounds.
Lifestyle and emotions can affect the amount of belly fat you have. The bodies of people who are under a lot of stress produce a lot of cortisol, which in turn leads to the storage of excessive amounts of fat in the belly. Anything you can do to lower the amount of stress in your life ¨C exercise, meditation, changes in your life circumstances ¨C will help you lose your belly fat.
People who are depressed also produce high levels of cortisol. Depression will also interfere with your ability to follow a better diet and to exercise. If you are depressed, get help from a mental health professional.
Follow a sensible diet, exercise regularly, and make your life as stress-free as possible, and you will go a long way to getting rid of your stomach fat.
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