You know that stubborn fat you hate sitting around your hips? Love handles can quickly become a source of insecurity for many women.
You’ve tried countless diets and exercises to get rid of them, but nothing seems to work. To help you out, we’ve put together 5 genuinely effective tips to get rid of love handles for good.
Cut back on sugar
Did your grandmother always warn you that going back for seconds would send that fat straight to your hips? She wasn’t entirely wrong. However, it’s not fat that gets stored — it’s mainly the sugar you consume.
When you eat something high in sugar, your body naturally releases insulin to drive glucose into your muscles. The more sugar you eat, the more insulin you produce — and that insulin promotes fat storage.
That’s why, if you want to tackle your love handles, you need to cut back on your sugar intake. Watch out for processed biscuits, pastries, deli meats and ready-made meals. That said, do allow yourself a little treat every now and then, in moderation of course.
Equally, you should do your best to cut down on fizzy drinks. We don’t always realise it, but a single can of soda contains the equivalent of several teaspoons of sugar. The same goes for alcoholic drinks.
Opt for drinking water or draining drinks to reclaim a slimmer waist over time. Aim to drink at least 1.5L per day to stay properly hydrated.
Eat more fibre
What if your love handles were partly down to a diet low in fibre? Fibre is found mainly in fruit and vegetables. There’s a good reason we’re told to eat 5 portions of fruit and vegetables a day.
A high-fibre diet has real, lasting benefits for your health, your weight and your figure. Fibre supports healthy digestion, keeps you feeling fuller for longer, strengthens your immune system and helps regulate cholesterol.
It also provides vitamins that give you an energy boost throughout the day. Just be mindful not to cook your vegetables in excessive amounts of fat. The best way to preserve their goodness is steaming.
In 2019, the POUNDS Lost study showed that fibre intake supported weight loss, even without accounting for calorie or macronutrient intake. (1)
To target your love handles, focus on green vegetables, courgettes, endive, cabbage and beetroot. As you can see, fruit and vegetables are your best allies — enjoy them freely at every meal.
Get moving
It probably comes as no surprise: you won’t be able to tackle your love handles without some exercise. You don’t need to run a marathon — 30 minutes of walking a day is enough to get your body moving.
Hop on your bike whenever the sun comes out, take up dancing, sign up for swimming classes at your local pool. Exercise burns calories, and your body will draw on its fat reserves for energy.
As a result, you’ll start to release stored fat and lose weight, while feeling better in yourself. And where does that fat come from? Your love handles, of course.
To support your new active lifestyle, check out our top 5 exercises to lose love handles. These moves specifically target the stubborn area that bothers you most.
Make time for yourself
When you’re stressed, your body naturally produces a hormone called cortisol. This hormone is linked to fat accumulation, particularly around the waistline. It can also contribute to weight gain over time.
To limit the production of this hormone, it’s essential to work on managing your stress. Easier said than done, we know. But if you want to lose your love handles, try to unwind as much as possible. Make time for yourself.
Do things that make you feel good. Sleep well, stay hydrated, eat healthily and exercise regularly — all of these habits help keep stress at bay. You won’t be able to shift that stubborn fat while running on empty.
If stress persists despite a healthy lifestyle, there are a few tried-and-tested methods worth exploring.
Unwind with yoga or sophrology, practise deep breathing, try homeopathy or herbal teas, or speak to a professional if your stress is genuinely affecting your quality of life.
Try slimming massages
With the right techniques, you can help eliminate toxins and abdominal fat by boosting drainage. Massage also helps stimulate blood circulation and break down fatty deposits.
If you also struggle with water retention, you’ll notice results around your waistline quickly.
If you’re not a massage expert, doing it by hand can be tricky — you may not know exactly what to do. That’s where Cellublue’s Slimming Massage Device comes in, using vibrations to help break down fat deposits.
Easy and quick to use, its vibrations help prevent fat build-up, stimulate circulation and effectively drain toxins. In no time, you’ll see your love handles fade away and your waist become more defined.
Discover the secret to a slimmer waist and say goodbye to your insecurities! The Cellublue Love Handles Programme is the targeted solution to effectively tackle stubborn fat, even while you sleep. A simple routine powered by potent natural actives.
