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Tag: Belly Fat

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Why Belly Fat is So Hard to Get Rid Of

Excess belly fat is aesthetically displeasing, but more importantly, it’s a risk factor for health problems as well. In this article, you’ll learn why belly fat is so stubborn and difficult to get rid of.

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Is It Belly Fat or Bloating?

Is It Belly Fat or Bloating?

You look in the mirror and notice your tummy sticking out. That’s not what you want to see! It’s particularly annoying if you’re exercising and haven’t gained weight. However, it might not be tummy fat after all – it could be abdominal bloating.

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4 Tips for Taming Menopausal Belly Fat

4 Tips for Taming Menopausal Belly Fat

Are you struggling to control an expanding waistline now that you’re into menopause? If frustrating belly fat has you down, read on and discover why belly fat becomes more problematic after menopause and how you can keep it at bay. 

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5 Common Myths About Belly Fat – Busted

5 Common Myths About Belly Fat – Busted

 How much do you know about belly fat and how to tame it? Read on and discover 5 myths about belly fat that keep people from getting flatter abs and how to correct them – and lower your risk for health problems as well.

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Can Strength Training Prevent the Dreaded Muffin Top?

Can Strength Training Prevent the Dreaded Muffin Top?

Fat serves a useful purpose – it supplies energy and keeps you warm, but there’s absolutely no benefit to having a muffin top. If you’re dealing with an expanding layer of belly fat, should you ramp up the cardio or grab a pair of weights? Read on and find out what role strength training plays in taming a muffin top.

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Probiotics and Weight Control: How Gut Bacteria May Impact Your Weight

Probiotics and Weight Control: How Gut Bacteria May Impact Your Weight

Your intestines are full of bacteria. There’s increasing evidence that the composition of the bacteria in your gut plays a role in controlling fat, especially belly fat. Find out about a new study linking gut bacteria to body weight and whether changing the type of bacteria in your gut by getting more probiotics helps with weight control.

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Menopause and Belly Fat: Why Your Waistline Is Expanding and What You Can Do About It

Menopause and Belly Fat: Why Your Waistline Is Expanding and What You Can Do About It

Around the time of menopause or just after, many women see their waistline increase in size. This comes as a surprise to women who are watching what they eat and working out almost every day. Even women who are relatively lean after menopause often wage a battle with belly fat and frequently notice a redistribution of body fat from their buttocks and thighs to their tummy and waistline. Why is an expanding waistline and belly fat such a problem after menopause and what can you do to control tummy fat after menopause?

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Calcium, Dairy Foods and Belly Fat

Calcium, Dairy Foods and Belly Fat

Are you looking for a way to get rid of stubborn belly fat? It’s a frustrating problem that becomes more pronounced as you get older. Exercise is important, but research shows that changing the composition of your diet may help too. Find out why.

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