Here are 20 effective tips to lose belly fat, backed by scientific studies.Eat Plenty of Soluble Fiber. ... Avoid Foods That Contain Trans Fats. ... Don't Drink Too Much Alcohol. ... Eat a High-Protein Diet. ... Reduce Your Stress Levels. ... Don't Eat a Lot of Sugary Foods. ... Do Aerobic Exercise (Cardio)More items... read more
But when you lose weight on any diet, belly fat usually goes first. Getting enough fiber can help. Hairston’s research shows that people who eat 10 grams of soluble fiber per day -- without any other diet changes -- build up less visceral fat over time than others. read more
How to Lose Belly Fat. Belly fat is associated with many health issues and diseases, such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cancer. Specifically it's the deepest layer of belly fat that poses health risks. read more
Spot reduction (losing fat in one spot) is not possible, and doing endless amounts of ab exercises will not make you lose fat from the belly. In one study, 6 weeks of training just the abdominal muscles had no measurable effect on waist circumference or the amount of fat in the abdominal cavity . read more