o stressful situations.Undue stress results in an over-production in response to the stress, which leads to cravings for sugary, fatty comfort foods. This extra food is stored as fat, especially round your abdomen.
- Oestrogen. Too much oestrogen is a major cause of belly fat, and studies have shown that it affects both men and women. Excess abdominal fat in men increases the conversion of testosterone to oestrogen, and as the oestrogen levels rise, the belly fat increases.This gives rise to a vicious circle as testosterone levels drop lower than normal, leading to increased stress, increased cortisol production, more cravings and more belly fat.
The dangers of belly fat.
Researchers at the American Diabetes Association revealed that visceral fat is just not there in an inactive state. It in fact produces toxins, among which are chemicals called cytokines, which increase your risk of heart disease. The cytokines also make the system less sensitive to insulin, which could lead to the development of diabetes.
Studies at the Massachusetts General Hospital reported that visceral, or belly fat, is one of five components of a metabolic syndrome which increases the risk of the following conditions:
- Stroke and heart disease.
- Brain problems such as depression and dementia.
- High blood pressure and possible hardening of the arteries.
- Promotes the development of triglycerides and LDL (bad) cholesterol in the blood.
- Leads to poor blood sugar control which can lead to diabetes.
- Causes inflammation in the body which increases the chances of falling prey to diseases.
- The inflammation may also aggravate arthritis, and lead to other bone problems.
Some ways to help combat belly fat.
- Get your stress levels as low as possible. Stress may lead to a spike in blood sugar, which promotes insulin resistance.
- Get more exercise. Exercise is crucial to help combat belly fat, so commit to regular exercise to reduce the size of your midriff.
- Cut out refined, acidic foods. The extra acid in your system which cannot be metabolised, will be deposited in your fat cells.
- Cut down eating saturated fats which are found in fatty red meats, bacon sausages, processed meats, and cheeses. Opt for lean cuts of meat, skinless chicken, and fish such as salmon, trout, tuna and hake which are rich in omega 3.
- Eat some good fats, because research has shown that not all fats are bad, and by adding some good fats to your diet, helps the body burn bad fat. Some foods containing healthy fats include avocado, olives, walnuts, and fatty fish.
- Drink less alcohol which is high in calories and sugar, and leads to fat gain, often apparent in the middle and waist area.
Banishing belly fat will be good for many things.
Excessive, unsightly belly fat may also have a detrimental effect on your self-confidence, and as well as your self-esteem. Looking good again, can help rebuild positive feelings about yourself.
But the most important benefit will be the restoration of good health, and a major improvement in your general feeling of well-being.
Nip increasing belly fat in the bud by dealing with stress to prevent the super-production of the stress hormone, cortisol which is the major culprit in the development of belly fat.
By getting your stress under control you can start to reduce your extra weight gain.
References : Harvard Medical School – Massachusetts General Hospital.
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