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Fat Stomach is Unhealthy. For people with a BMI of 34 or less, a fat belly is regarded as
an additional
health risk. Fatty tissue which is stored around the stomach and abdomen
(sometimes called intra-abdominal, or visceral fat) carries a greater health risk than fat
located in the lower body around the butt and thighs. Some health studies show that
abdominal fat leads to raised blood pressure,
high cholesterol levels, high blood sugar,
insulin resistance syndrome (metabolic syndrome X) and heart disease. Because of this, some
experts believe that waist circumference and fat-distribution is more important than your
actual
weight in predicting future health risks.
A proven way to minimize cortisol
levels in your body and eliminate excess fat is by
reducing your stress. There are many additional benefits of
stress reduction, such as
lowered blood pressure and increased mental health.
Here are several simple ways to de-stress for maximum physical
and emotional fitness:
1. Eat at least 4-6 small, well-balanced meals each day to
properly maintain the
sugar levels in your body and ensure you
are getting all the essential vitamins and minerals you need.
2. Drink at least six to eight glasses of water every day to
flush the toxins out of your system.
3. Exercise for twenty to thirty minutes three to five times
each week. Choose a physical activity you enjoy, such as
biking, weight lifting or walking, because getting pleasure
from your exercise routine will also help minimize stress.
4. Avoid foods with sugar and caffeine that offer a false sense
of energy.
5. Avoid alcohol, which has an impact on the sugar levels in
your body.
6. Get plenty of sleep every night because when you are tired,
you tend to feel more hungry.
7. Engage in activities designed to help you relax, such as
yoga or meditation.
8. Watch less television - statistics show that up to ninety
percent of people who watch television an hour or more each day
fail at their weight loss goals.
9. Avoid crash diets which could increase your stress level and
actually cause the production of additional cortisol,
alleviating any potential weight loss you may have been able to
experience.
10. When you feel really hungry, choose whole-grain, high-fiber
foods, like oatmeal and fruit, which keep insulin levels even to
control blood sugar and your hunger.
By reducing the stress in your life, you can get rid of excess
fat and emotional baggage at the same time!
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