How to Lose Belly Fat Effectively

The stomach is the number one insecurity among French people: nearly half the population dislikes their belly. For more than 7 women out of 10, the stomach is even a taboo subject. And more often than not, belly fat is the reason for this self-consciousness… So, why do we develop belly fat, and above all, how do we get rid of it?

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Why do we accumulate fat around the abdomen?

1- What is belly fat?

First, it seems important to define what belly fat actually is… because not all fat is the same. There is visible belly fat, which makes up what we affectionately — more or less! — call a paunch or a muffin top. This is a superficial layer of fat that sits just beneath the skin.

Then there is a second type of fat, which lodges itself inside the abdomen, between the organs (liver, intestines). Doctors call it visceral fat, and it is not without consequences for your health. Indeed, an excess of visceral fat can lead to cardiovascular or metabolic diseases (such as diabetes), or even certain cancers. How is that possible? It’s quite simple:

Visceral fat is made up of fat cells that secrete inflammatory substances harmful to the arteries.
An excess of belly fat promotes insulin resistance, which is a cause of type 2 diabetes.

2- How do you know which type of fat you have?

So, belly fat or visceral fat? There is no precise technique to determine exactly what our little tummy is made of. But a few indicators can give you a clue:

Waist circumference: health authorities define abdominal obesity as a waist circumference greater than 80 cm for women and 94 cm for men.
Blood tests: a blood test can monitor certain telling markers, such as cholesterol (LDL should be between 0.9 and 1.6 g/l), triglycerides (should be below 1.5 g/l) and fasting blood sugar (i.e. blood glucose, which should be between 0.70 and 1.05 g/l).
Blood pressure: a “normal” blood pressure in an adult is 120/80 mmHg.

If these markers are elevated, there is a strong chance that the person is carrying visceral fat, rather than a simple superficial layer of fat on the stomach.

3- What causes belly fat?

There are many reasons why belly fat appears. It can be the result of:

Poor eating habits: overly rich, fatty or processed meals, sweets in excess, snacks washed down with fizzy drinks, alcohol. All of these contribute to belly fat gain.
Irregular eating patterns: you eat in front of the TV or computer without paying attention to how much you’re consuming. You’re a serial snacker. You skip meals. This erratic eating pattern encourages the build-up of belly fat.
A sedentary lifestyle: modern lifestyles — desk jobs, driving everywhere, evenings on the sofa — are particularly sedentary. A lack of daily movement encourages fat storage around the abdomen.
Lack of physical activity: exercise is essential for maintaining a healthy weight, muscle tone and overall wellbeing. Many people notice that when they start working out, they first lose inches around their waist…
Hormonal imbalance: hormonal balance determines where the body stores fat. In women who have not yet reached menopause, fat is naturally stored in the lower body (balanced oestrogen/progesterone ratio). But if there is an imbalance, more fat will be stored around the abdomen, especially if other hormones (testosterone, insulin and cortisol) are elevated.
Stress and lack of sleep: stress — physical and/or psychological — causes a rise in blood cortisol levels. This hormone has a hyperglycaemic effect, meaning it triggers the release of sugar into the bloodstream, precisely to counteract stress. Chronic stress, combined with poor-quality sleep, is a guaranteed recipe for belly fat gain.

What are the best tips for losing belly fat?

1- See your doctor

A quick chat with your doctor can be very helpful in identifying the causes of your belly fat. Is it simply the result of skipping the gym, or one too many pizza nights in front of Netflix? Perhaps your contraceptive pill isn’t the right fit for you… Either way, a consultation could be very enlightening!

2- Adopt healthy eating habits

To lose belly fat, you’ll need to take a closer look at your diet. Say goodbye to ready meals and constant takeaways — it’s time to rediscover your kitchen! Cook your own meals; nothing beats homemade: better taste, control over ingredients, lower cost. Eat a balanced variety of foods in reasonable portions: fruit and vegetables, lean proteins , quality fats, low-glycaemic carbohydrates, and foods rich in fibre. Avoid sugar, as it is the primary driver of belly fat: cut back on sweets, spreads, fizzy drinks, overly sugary cereals, and alcohol. Allow yourself the occasional treat (to avoid frustration), ideally a quality one (honey, 70% dark chocolate, homemade banana bread).

3- Choose an endurance sport

Belly fat hates cardio! By regularly practising an endurance activity such as running, swimming, Zumba or elliptical training (and if none of these appeal to you, there are plenty of others!), you should see your little belly start to melt away. The key conditions are:

Keep your workout sessions long enough, as the body only starts drawing on its fat reserves after 30–40 minutes of exercise.
Exercise regularly, because two sessions a month won’t produce any results!

4- Complement your workouts with core strengthening

To complement your cardio sessions, focus on core work! Be cautious with crunches and sit-ups, as they don’t guarantee belly fat loss and may actually accentuate the “bloated stomach” effect (hypertrophy of the rectus abdominis). Instead, opt for core exercises: plank, bridge, boat pose… These gently strengthen the abdominal muscles, perfectly complementing your endurance training. Jump rope can also be a great exercise for losing belly fat: sets of 30 jumps can be added to your flat stomach workout routine.

5- Invest in targeted treatments

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