Would you love to show off a flat, toned tummy? We explain where that little belly comes from, then share simple everyday tips to take care of yourself (diet, hydration, exercise) and a few ways to care for the skin on your tummy (massages, targeted skincare).
Why do you tend to gain weight around the belly?
If you have a little belly, don’t worry — you’re far from alone! Some women have a very slow metabolism, and this tends to become more pronounced over the years. The result: fat gets stored where our fat cells are most concentrated — around the belly and waist.
The same goes for stress and bad habits like snacking and a sedentary lifestyle. It’s a real vicious cycle that pushes us to eat in order to soothe our anxieties or frustrations — and it all gets stored in one key place: the belly!
If you’re gaining weight around the midsection, it may also be down to a diet that’s too fatty, too salty or too sugary. A diet rich in saturated fats and sugar can provide a lot of calories, with any excess often stored around the belly and hips. Too much salt, meanwhile, may make you feel bloated.
One last possible reason: digestive issues, which can come with bloating and temporarily make the belly look rounder. The tips below can help you adopt better everyday habits.
How can you successfully lose belly fat?
Opt for a varied diet
A bloated tummy is often linked to digestion. Vegetables and legumes are foods rich in fibre. Broccoli and cabbage can ferment more and may cause bloating in some people.
Also include fresh fruit or nuts (walnuts, hazelnuts), as well as wholegrains such as wholegrain bread, wholegrain pasta and brown rice, which contain plenty of fibre.
Drink plenty of water
Avoid fizzy drinks, as the bubbles can sometimes make your tummy feel bloated. Instead, opt for still water and drink at least 1.5 litres a day to stay well hydrated. Keep a bottle of water with you throughout the day to make sure you’re drinking enough!
Chew properly
Take the time to eat at every meal. Chew your food thoroughly and don’t prepare your next bite before you’ve swallowed the previous one. Ideally, spend at least 20 minutes on each meal, cut your food into small pieces and listen to your hunger cues so you can eat according to your appetite.
Massage yourself effectively
If you have excess fat around your belly and hips, there’s a good chance you’re also dealing with cellulite in those areas. Cellulite appears when fat accumulates in cells and forms clusters responsible for that dimpled appearance. To soften its appearance, make a habit of regularly practising pinch-and-roll massages on your tummy. When done consistently, these massages can help smooth the appearance of the skin. To support you during your massages, use your CelluBlue Cups!
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Drink green tea
Drink green tea plain and without sugar — it can be an alternative to fizzy drinks and sugary beverages throughout the day. Hot in winter or iced in summer, it can accompany an afternoon break or the end of a meal, and it counts towards your daily fluid intake. However, be mindful of its caffeine content if you’re sensitive to it: it’s best to avoid drinking it late in the day. No food or drink can flatten your tummy on its own — your overall habits are what matter.
Exercise regularly
Our abs are definitely there — but they’re not always visible! To take care of your figure, you can focus on cardio: cycling, running, walking, badminton… all these activities are worth considering as long as they’re practised regularly and for at least 45 minutes. That said, don’t neglect strength training either. It can help strengthen your muscles, particularly your abdominal muscles. Ideally, alternate between cardio and strength-training sessions, aiming for 3 to 4 per week.
All physical activity is beneficial, and some sports are often recommended if you’re aiming for a flatter stomach: Pilates, skipping rope, swimming and brisk walking, for example.
What about food supplements?
Certain food supplements highlight ingredients such as caffeine, green tea, pineapple, red vine or guarana. No supplement can help you lose belly fat on its own: a balanced diet, good hydration and regular physical activity remain the foundations, and a supplement should never replace a varied diet. If you take one, read the label carefully, follow the recommended serving and ask a healthcare professional for advice if you’re unsure or are taking medication. The 14-Day Lipo-Expert Programme contains 13 active ingredients and is part of the Cellublue range.
Avoid certain foods
For some people, coffee, chilli, spices, alcohol, vinegar, citrus fruits or yoghurts can cause heartburn or bloating. Fatty foods like fried dishes, saucy meals and butter-based pastries take longer to digest and may also cause digestive discomfort.
Say goodbye to sodas and fizzy drinks in general. The gases in these products can sometimes make your tummy feel bloated. On top of that, sodas are loaded with sugar and are therefore high in calories.
And let’s be honest: when consumed often, these sugary, fatty foods push up your calorie intake. So cut back on them if you want to rebalance your diet, without feeling that you have to give up everything — the occasional treat has its place in a balanced diet.
Take care of your body
Finally, to look after your tummy, don’t hesitate to incorporate slimming treatments into your routine! Choose targeted treatments designed for the abdominal area and apply them while massaging the parts of your tummy where small love handles may appear. For a complete skincare routine, combine a day treatment with a night treatment to care for your tummy from morning to evening!
If you have cellulite on your stomach, the pinch-and-roll massages described above remain the best-known technique for softening its appearance.
To help you perform your massages quickly and easily, use the Cellublue Method with the Cup! Practise these massages regularly for 8 minutes a day.
A balanced diet, regular physical activity and targeted treatments: that’s the winning trio for looking after your tummy!
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