Belly fat is caused by many things. Typically a person has belly fat due to a number of these factors in conjunction and not just any one on its own. This is not a complete list of the causes of belly fat but just a list of some of the more common factors.
- Stress – Stress from job, family, finances and such can lead to increased levels of cortisol in the body. Cortisol is a hormone that is produced in excess during times of stress which causes fat accumulation especially in the abdominal area. Stress for some people also leads to another of the top contributors over eating.
- Over Eating – The hard to accept cold hard truth of the matter in many cases.
- Hormones – The stress hormone cortisol is an important player in belly fat, but there are others as well. Women have more problems with hormones than do men due to the roll of estrogen.
- Metabolism – The metabolism typically slows the older one gets, but people don’t change their eating and exercising habits to take this into account. You can help keep your metabolism up by eating healthily and by exercising regularly.
- Genetics – Are there a lot of plump people in your family tree? Then genetics might play a role in how you store your fat as well. Just because genetics aren’t in your favor doesn’t mean that you can’t win the battle against belly fat.
- Lack of Muscle Tone – The more lean muscle you have the better your metabolism works. Strength training, Pilate’s, and yoga all help to build lean muscle mass. Lean muscle helps burn fat!
- Bloating or Retaining Water – Typically this is caused by too much salt consumption and not enough water consumption. However, food in tolerances and sensitivities can also lead to bloating.
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