One of the most common areas where we experience stubborn fat is the belly (tummy). The fat around this area is easiest to gain and the most difficult to shed. Also known as visceral fat, this provides some kind of cushioning to our organs but too much of it can pose a health hazard.
In fact, belly fat can lead to a number of cardiovascular diseases. A major reason for gaining stubborn belly fat is our diet and lifestyle. Have you been struggling with stubborn belly fat? An expert has answers to what could be wrong with your dietary habits.
Also Read: 5 Morning Rituals To Kick-Start Weight Loss Journey And Cut Belly Fat Nutritionist and Holistic Health Service Provider Shalini Sudhakar (@consciouslivingwithshalini) shared a video on her Instagram handle pointing out three food mistakes that could lead to belly fat. A post shared by Shalini Sudhakar (@consciouslivingwithshalini) When you miss important nutrients like protein and fibre , and make your meal predominantly carbohydrate-rich, it could lead to belly fat. Nutritionist Shalini Sudhakar shares that carbohydrates are largely glucose and can spike your sugar levels immediately.
Higher sugar levels increase the cortisol levels of your body which could lead to belly fat. Nutritionist Sudhakar shares that when you eat an imbalanced meal and spike the cortisol levels of your body, it will make you crave sugar or something savoury. This will make you have no self-control and you will eat a lot of fat-rich food, which will con.
