For many women, gaining fat in the stomach area occurs with age. As you get older, your metabolism slows down and causes you to develop more belly fat. Read more: What Causes a Big Stomach in Females? Article
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Diet and Weight Loss: Reasons You're Not Losing Belly Fat
If you're trying to lose belly fat but can't, there's probably a reason.
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Diet and Weight Loss: Your Best Ways to Beat Belly Fat
Could your job be to blame for your belly fat? It might be, if it stresses you out. But there are a number of ways to get rid of...
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Surprising Causes of Weight Gain
There are many reasons for sudden weight gain when there are no changes in diet or exercise. Learn to identify the cause of your...
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Diet and Nutrition: Worst Habits for Belly Fat
Don’t fall into the belly fat trap. Find out which habits may be holding you back from losing weight in your midsection.
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Worst Foods for Your Belly
Belly-fattening foods such as chips, beer, doughnuts and fatty red meat can kill a diet. See which foods are tough to resist,...
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Belly Fat Foods Quiz
Is belly fat deadly? What kinds of foods are good and bad for belly fat? Take this quiz to learn about belly fat, how it can be...
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Belly (Abdominal) Fat Quiz: Test Your Belly Fat IQ
Did you know there is a medical term for belly fat? Find out what it is and learn why getting rid of belly fat may be the best...
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Diet and Weight Management: The Facts About Belly Fat
Belly fat doesn't just make your jeans too tight. It can also be risky for your health. Learn the facts about stomach fat,...
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What Foods Help Burn Belly Fat?
To reduce abdominal fat, try lowering carbohydrates and increasing protein and fiber intake. Foods and ingredients that help burn belly fat include red fruits, oatmeal, plant protein, lean meat, leafy greens, fatty fish, apple cider vinegar, resveratrol, choline and others.
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Can You Lose Belly Fat by Cycling?
Yes, cycling can help lose belly fat, but it will take time. A recent study showed regular cycling may enhance overall fat loss and promote a healthy weight. To reduce overall belly girth, moderate-intensity aerobic exercises, such as cycling (either indoor or outdoor), are effective to lower belly fat.
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Do Ellipticals Help Lose Belly Fat?
One can lose belly fat by adhering to a strict diet plan and exercise regimen and by making a few lifestyle modifications. Elliptical trainers can help burn calories, reduce belly fat and tone the body.
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Can You Lose Belly Fat by Drinking Water?
Drinking water is an important part of staying healthy. Staying hydrated is critical if you’re trying to lose weight because it helps your body function effectively and will help you feel better overall.
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What Are the 40 Symptoms of Menopause?
Menopause is the end of the reproductive era of a woman’s life that is characterized by drastic changes in her emotional and physical aspects. Studies have identified around 40 signs and symptoms of menopause, but not every woman gets all of them.
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Can You Lose Belly Fat Without Doing Abs?
You can lose belly fat without doing ab exercises by focusing on diet and reducing your overall body fat percentage.
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12 Things That Make You Gain Belly Fat
Here is a breakdown of the foods and drinks you might not even realize are causing you to gain unwanted belly fat.
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25 Effective Tips to Lose Belly Fat (Backed by Science)
Sugary foods, processed foods, alcohol, stress, smoking, excess carbohydrates and saturated fats all increase belly fat. Exercise, healthy eating, sleep, self-monitoring, portion control, intermittent fasting, high protein, soluble fiber, vitamin D, hydration and eating flavorful food may all help decrease belly fat.
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How Can I Reduce My Belly Fat?
Reducing belly fat seems to be an arduous task. Poor lifestyle, genetics, hormones, and medications often shows its impact on our weighing scales. There are no spot reduction techniques for losing just the belly fat. However, with these helpful home remedies, slow and steady inch loss is possible.
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