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Article Home Diet and Fitness Do you have large tummy, how to reduce it

Do you have large tummy, how to reduce it

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The type of belly fat buried deep with in our midsections is called intra-abdominal fat. It is highly hazardous and causes dangerous health risks.

The dangers of belly fat are:

  • Excess belly fat makes the body difficult to process insulin and increases the risk of developing diabetes.
  • It increases the risk of developing high levels of cholesterol and triglycerides.
  • Fat cells secrete a hormone called cortisol which increases the levels of stress and high blood pressure.
  • Those with flabby abdominals are more likely to suffer from strokes and heart attacks, as the fat cells interfere with functioning of the body’s vital organs.
  • It increases the risk of chances of certain types of cancer.

 

How to reduce the belly fat:

  • Have healthy foods like vegetables, fruits, greens, grains.
  • Regular exercises like brisk walking, jogging, cycling and swimming.
  • Drink 6-8 large glasses of water every day.
  • Do abs exercises in moderation.
  • Reduce intake of deep fried foods and refined foods.

 

Do you have large tummy, how to reduce it

Tips to reduce belly fat:

  • Lose belly fat by eating foods that burn fat.
  • Lose belly fat by drinking sufficient water.
  • Weight training.
  • Cardio work out.
  • By using crunches and other abs exercises.

Belly fat and diet:

  • Avoid junk foods like cookies, chips, sweets. Most junk foods contain refined carbohydrates and sugar leading to reduction in fat burning and increasing the appetite.
  • Avoid unnecessary carbohydrates: Refined flours and foods like white bread, pasta, donuts, cakes and biscuits should be avoided. Fresh fruits and vegetables should be instead.
  • Avoid late night snacks.
  • Reduce alcohol consumption.
  • Increase intake of anti-oxidants.
  • Increase intake of foods rich in protein and fibers like eggs, grains, oats