More than 50% of adults are overweight.
Being overweight is actually very dangerous.
Insulin resistance causes belly fat, which can lead to being overweight. Many people think being overweight just means clothes don't fit anymore — but it's much more serious than that.
Being overweight increases the risk of several health conditions, including obesity, heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and even cancer.
Globally, obesity causes about as many deaths as smoking, wars, terrorism, and violence combined. Nearly all overweight people are already in a state of “pre-diabetes” — without even knowing it.
As you begin to gain weight, especially belly fat, your body’s health balance changes and moves toward an unstable, disease-prone state — which makes weight gain even easier. This is the start of a vicious, deadly cycle unless you take control of your weight.
How does insulin resistance cause belly fat?
The main cause of belly fat is a hormone called insulin. Insulin regulates blood sugar, but it also plays a major role in fat storage.
How does insulin cause fat storage?
When blood sugar levels stay high, the pancreas releases more insulin to bring them down.
More insulin means more fat is stored in the body’s cells.
Over time, this can lead to insulin resistance — where the body becomes less responsive to insulin.
Insulin resistance causes even more fat to be stored, especially around the waistline.
What are the symptoms of insulin resistance?
Besides weight gain around the belly, insulin resistance often comes with symptoms such as:
- Tiredness after meals
- Sugar cravings
- Unstable blood sugar levels
- High triglycerides and LDL (bad cholesterol)
- Low HDL (good cholesterol)
- Low libido
- Blood clotting problems
How can I lose belly fat?
Unfortunately, it's not possible to lose fat in only one area. You need to lose overall body fat, which requires some lifestyle changes.
These changes help not only with weight loss but also with improving overall health.
Lifestyle changes that help reduce belly fat caused by insulin resistance:
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Think Long-Term
Quick-fix diets aren't the answer. They might help you lose a few kilos fast, but the weight usually comes back just as quickly. Focus instead on healthy, sustainable eating habits.
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Cut Out Sugar
Sugar and refined carbs are major contributors to weight gain and insulin resistance. They trigger the body to release insulin. By cutting them out, it becomes much easier to manage blood sugar, insulin levels, and weight.
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Eat Real Food
Choose foods that are rich in vitamins, minerals, and nutrients. Eating nutrient-dense foods helps to:
- Burn calories more effectively
- Regulate appetite
- Prevent inflammation
- Improve digestion
- Regulate stress hormones
- Restore and improve insulin sensitivity
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Manage Stress Levels
Chronic stress triggers the release of cortisol, which leads to:
- Higher blood sugar and cholesterol levels
- Depression
- Dementia
- Increased belly fat
- Cravings for sugar and refined carbs
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Get Enough Sleep
Lack of sleep can lead to food cravings and a weakened immune system. It can also disrupt the hormones that regulate fat storage, making it easier to gain weight.
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Exercise Regularly
Alongside healthy eating, exercise is essential. Aim for at least 30 minutes of exercise, four times a week. Include both cardio and resistance training for best results.
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