Combine Nutrition and Exercises to Lose Belly Fat: For Men and Women

Below is a list of different things a person can do to lose stubborn belly fat once and for all.  By combining the tips and exercises recommended a person can eliminate belly fat and experience an improvement in health and well-being:

Avoid trans-fats:  a research study conducted by Wake Forest University has shown that trans-fat can lead to an increase of belly fat.  Trans-fat is formed during the conversion of solids into waste; avoiding trans-fats can help a person seeking to reduce belly fat around the abdominal area.

Get enough sleep:  research has proven a direct link between people who receive less than 4 hours of sleep and a higher incident of obesity.  Sleep deprivation results in lowered levels of leptin, an appetite suppressing protein which signals the brain when the stomach is full.  Not getting enough sleep also inhibits the body’s production of insulin which regulates blood sugar levels.  People who do not get enough sleep are hindering the body’s ability to effectively burn calories which can result in more belly fat.

Avoid processed foods and refined sugar. Eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables will help a person lose weight and experience better health.

Stabilize blood sugar levels in the body by eating small meals every 2-3 hours.

Eat nuts and seeds daily, which contain “good” fats and help fight “bad” body fat and keeps cholesterol under control.

Drink milk that is high in calcium, a study from the University of Tennessee showed that people who are overweight and consume at least 3 servings of dairy products rich in calcium per day can lose more belly fat.

Drink 8-10 glasses of water per day to avoid fluid retention.