How to Lose Body Fat & Belly Fat

Excess body fat and belly fat can have a negative impact on your health and self-esteem, so you might do everything in your power to lose weight and have a slimmer figure. But losing pounds isn't an easy task, and shedding weight requires modifying your eating habits and level of physical activity.

Instructions

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  Select low-fat or fat-free labels on the food you eat. Consciously selecting foods such as dairy products, salad dressing and snacks with a low-fat or no-fat content helps you lose body fat and keep the weight off.

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  Trade in fast and fried foods for leaner choices. Rather than cutting meat from your diet, make smarter choices and prepare healthier selections such as turkey or salmon. Opt for baking or boiling instead of frying to lose body and belly fat.

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  Eat more fruits and vegetables. Start incorporating five servings of fruits and vegetables into your diet to keep your fat and calorie count low.

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  Eat more often. Five to six meals a day keeps your metabolism steady and active, helping you burn belly and body fat. Prepare small meals to avoid overeating.

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  Burn off excess calories and fat. Stay active to help your body lose fat and slim your stomach. Good fat-burning options include aerobics, running, fast walking, high-impact dancing and biking. Work out a minimum of 30 to 60 minutes two times a week, recommends Health Castle.

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  Increase muscle tone and tighten your stomach with core exercises. Do stomach crunches with an exercise ball, standard crunch on the floor, leg lifts or Pilates. Hit the gym, and use the ab roller or other ab exercise equipment.