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Are you over 40 and struggling to lose weight? Well, you are not alone. Many people in their 40s struggle to lose weight. The reason is that your metabolism has slowed down. This downshift in metabolism makes weight management and weight loss more challenging. The toughest part is losing the belly fat.<\/p>\n

What is belly fat?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Belly fat is the kind of\u00a0abdominal fat that robs you of your slim waist. There are different kinds of abdominal fats. The fat found just under the skin is called subcutaneous fat. Then there is another type of fat within your skeletal muscles. The abdominal fat that does most harm is called visceral fat<\/a>. It is present between your abdominal organs and leads to many health risks. Scientifically, it is called intra-abdominal fat. In common language, we call it belly fat or beer belly. Intra-abdominal fat is very dangerous. It increases the risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, cancer, and premature death.<\/p>\n

How to Measure Your Belly Fat?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Measuring belly fat is easy. Wrap a measuring tape around your bare stomach. Position the tape directly above the hip bone. Hold the tape snug, but don\u2019t pull it too tight. A measurement of 35 inches or more indicates an unhealthy amount of belly fat in women. For men, a measurement of 40 inches or more is unhealthy.<\/p>\n

Tips to lose belly fat after 40<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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    Exercise to lose belly fat:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    First of all, choose an exercise regime that you can sustain. A burst of intense exercising for a few days and then a long duration of no exercising would do more harm than good. Abdominal exercises like crunches, sit-ups, planks can help you lose belly fat. Combine these exercises with some cardiovascular and strength-training exercises like brisk walking, running, cycling, rowing, swimming, and lifting weights. Exercise regularly for a minimum of 30 minutes per day to reduce your unhealthy belly fat.<\/p>\n

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      Avoid diet food:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Don\u2019t fall into the trap of diet foods. These are highly processed products that have artificial chemicals. These kinds of products are unsatisfying and can have negative effects on your appetite and the healthy bacteria in your gut. They might even trigger inflammation. Stay away from such processed food and eat more natural and nutritious food.<\/p>\n

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        Don\u2019t starve yourself:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        Don\u2019t starve yourself either. Remember, the best way to sustainable weight loss is to exercise regularly and eat food that is filling, nutritious, and free of harmful fat and sugars. Say no to your temptations, not to your hunger.<\/p>\n

        Don’t skip meals. A long gap between meals may lead to increased levels of cortisol. This, in turn, may increase food cravings and lead to more fat stored in the abdomen. Instead of skipping meals and then eating a large meal to compensate, it is better to eat small meals and healthy snacks throughout the day. It will control your food craving and rev up your metabolism, reducing fat storage.<\/p>\n

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          Eat a healthy diet:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          A healthy and balanced diet is of prime importance if you want to reduce belly fat. Make sure your diet has all the essential nutrients and lots of fiber. And follow the following tips:<\/p>\n