We may kid the men in our lives about their ever-growing beer bellies, but did you know women are more likely to gain weight in their bellies than men are? As women approach menopause, their estrogen levels drop, which triggers a pesky redistribution of fat from the thighs and buttocks to the abdomen.
Fortunately, we can fight back against the middle-age muffin top by making a few key lifestyle adjustments. Here are a few tips provided by one of our favorite online health sources, healthline®:
1. Eat smarter.
Research indicates that simply reducing or eliminating sugars and starches (carbs) from your diet while upping your protein intake can make a dramatic dent in belly fat. Cutting carbs lowers your appetite and insulin levels, helping your body burn stored fat instead of carbs. Lowered insulin levels also help your kidneys shed excess sodium and water from your body, helping you lose water weight. Eating more protein is a win-win because protein not only boosts your metabolism by 80 to 100 calories a day, but also reduces food cravings so you end up eating less without starving.
2. Get moving.
Lifting weights or some sort of resistance training is an effective way to burn calories and keep your metabolism moving. If you can’t lift weights, try walking, cycling or swimming. Experts recommend going to the gym 3 to 4 times a week, but every little bit helps, including standing more throughout the day and taking strolls on your lunch break.
3. Enlist some expert help!
One of the highlights of my job is helping people achieve their goals. It’s why I’m thrilled to provide CoolSculpting®, the world’s most popular non-invasive fat reduction treatment. CoolSculpting was invented to tame the muffin top and every other “problem spot” you can think of, from love handles to bra fat. It works by freezing unwanted fat and triggering the body to purge fat cells gradually in the months following treatment. CoolSculpting is the extra push you may need to get closer to your body contouring goals. Best of all, there’s minimal to no downtime so you can fit treatments into your busy schedule.
We feel privileged to be your partner in wellness and aesthetics. We are here to help you every step of the way! To learn more about non-invasive fat reduction with CoolSculpting, call 415.887.8718or request your personal consultation today. And happy new year!
