Many people have excess weight in their belly and back area, which can increase the risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and contribute to high blood pressure. There’s no magic formula for six pack abs, but with the right diet and exercise routine you can target these troublesome areas.
1. Eat Your Veggies.
This doesn’t mean going on a restrictive meal plan or a crash diet. Losing weight is 80% nutrition and 20% exercise, but it is possible to eat healthly in a safe, sane way. Make sure you load your plate with lots of fruits and vegetables, including leafy greens, as well as “eating the rainbow” by adding a variety of colors of organic fruits and veggies. Try to fill half your plate with produce, and turn to fruit and vegetables for snacks as well.2. Go Gluten Free.
If you have a gluten sensitivity, lose the “wheat belly” by avoiding gluten. If you’ve never tried wheat-free living before, check out a gluten-free challenge to make the process as easy as possible.3. Try Dairy Alternatives.
Just like the rise in people with gluten sensitivities, more people are lactose intolerant than previously thought. Try replacing dairy with alternatives for a week and see how it makes you feel.4. Take Control.
The easiest way to control what you eat is to make your meals at home. Not only can you determine portion size, you also know exactly what’s going in to your meals. Studies have shown you can lose up to 18 lbs a year just by switching to smaller plates.
Sweating is more effective than urination when it comes to getting certain toxins out of the body.Flamingo Images/Shutterstock
