Soluble fiber increases satiety and reduces calorie absorption, helping you lose weight. Eat plenty of high-fiber meals.
High trans fat consumption may cause belly fat. Trans fat should be limited regardless of weight loss.
Heavy alcohol drinking increases the likelihood of waist fat accumulation in observational studies
High protein intake releases peptide YY, which reduces hunger and promotes fullness.
Stress increases cortisol production in women with big waists. Cortisol increases waistline fat
Understand that more than refined sugar may cause belly obesity. Even genuine honey should be used sparingly.
It may also reduce tummy fat. The benefits of moderate or high-intensity exercise are unclear
Low-carb diets may reduce belly fat in overweight adults, those at risk for type 2 diabetes, and those with polycystic ovarian syndrome
Resistance exercise may reduce belly fat in persons with prediabetes, type 2 diabetes, and fatty liver disease
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