Belly fat is made up of visceral adipose tissue (bad fat) that are stored around internal organs. This is that stubborn fat that seems to accumulate with age, hormonal changes, and chronic stress.
This type of fat is what we call “bad fat” because it is highly linked to metabolic dysfunction, dementia, high cholesterol, diabetes, stroke, and heart disease. So while that belly fat may be annoying from an aesthetic standpoint, it’s not something to take lightly when it comes to your health.
Main contributors:
Stress - Cortisol
Chronic Inflammation
Insulin Resistance
Toxicity & Gut Issues
Low Hormones (This one is often not discussed, but low thyroid, low estrogen, and low blood sugar can all lead to belly fat/thickening in mid-section)
What to do about it:
Focus on a protein rich diet
Incorporate healthy fats rich in Omega 3’s
Incorporate a diet high in fiber (20-40 grams per day)
Eat within an hour of waking and then eat every 4-5 hours
(Try) Stop eating 2-3 hours before bed
Meditate/Relieve stress/stretch/yoga
Resistance Training (2-4x’s per week)
Walk (we are meant to move our bodies, NOT sit)
Spend time outside
These simple changes can have a monumental effect on your overall mental health as well as your belly fat!
Xo
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