Types Of Body Fat And How To Get Rid Of It

Body Fat;  The bane of our existence. We hate it, we desperately want to get rid of it but most of us don’t realize that there is no Universal  remedy for the fat that distributed in the various parts of our body.

1.   Full Upper Body Fat :

      This type of fats usually starts to accumulate if you consume more calories than you burn. So the main contributes here are overeating and inactivity.

-         How to get rid of it :

Do aerobics because this type of fat appears due to lack of physical activity. Running or swimming at least 30 minutes every day will help you burn this fat right off. If its impossible for you to fit any of these in your busy schedule, try brisk walking. You can even dance if you want to.

                 Stop consuming processed sugar and forget about sugar sweetened drinks.

2.   Lower Abdomen Fat :

  You might have perfectly slim arms and legs but still not 100% satisfied with your looks because of a Poochie tummy. Some of the reasons that cause fats to store in this part of the body are stress, depression and anxiety.

-          How to get rid of it :

  Avoid stress and learn to relax. The stress hormone cortisol makes fat collect in the belly. So a good option for you is to meditate or do some breathing exercises. It’s all about focus and mind power.

                       Drink Green Tea. It’s a great natural fat burner because it’s loaded with the antioxidants that can boost metabolism.

3.    Lower Body Fat :

Your hips really don’t lie. One of the cause of those annoying chapping thunder-thighs is an excess of gluten in your diet. If you aren’t happy with the size of your lower body, you may want to consider going gluten – free.

-         How  to get rid of it :

Walk up hills and stairs. You really should make the effort because it’ll set the fat on your thighs on fire. Riding a bike uphill or increasing the treadmills incline will also work. Your heart will beat faster and you’ll have to work harder since you’re moving upward.

          Don’t skip breakfast.

4.   A Bloated Stomach :

    Excessive alcohol consumption can swell up your stomach, so be moderate with your drinks if you want to flatter tummy.

-         How to get rid of it :

Cut back on alcohol as most of its calories end up becoming belly fat just like those carbonated drinks loaded with sugar. Alcohol gives us calories but not nutritional satisfaction. It makes us hungrier and gives us food cravings.

Eat more often but in smaller portions.

5.     Lower Body Fat including Lower Legs :

This type of fat is common for women who have vascular problems in their legs or during pregnancy which can cause the legs to swell.

-         How to get rid of it :

   To avoid swelling, you need to drastically cut down on salty foods since salt causes fluid retention in your body.

                                           Change your diet and add more water to it. It’ll flush out that extra sodium from your kidneys. Don’t sit without moving for more than 30 minutes. Try to stand up and walk around frequently.

6.    A Large Stomach With Upper Back Fat :

 The main reason why this can happen to you is inactivity. So, you should start exercising immediately if your big stomach and back fat bothers you.

-         How  to get rid of it :

   An effective remedy for a large stomach and upper back fat is sleeping. Make sure that you’re getting enough sleep.

   Eat more food that is rich in fiber. This means adding beans, peas, lentils, broccoli, oatmeal, whole wheat pasta, avocados and raspberries to your diet.

 Please remember that a healthy diet and an active lifestyle will have the best impact on your body regardless of your figure type. The key is to make lifestyle changes that with time become a normal part of your routine. It’s just the starting that’s the hardest part, so get to it so that you can on the road to a better you.

Article by:- Roshana Ghimire