Abdominal fat is one of the major aesthetic concerns of modern times.

Unfortunately it is not just an aesthetic problem, but it is also a wake-up call for what concerns our state of health .

Abdominal fat: what is it?

Abdominal fat is perhaps one of the most difficult adipose accumulations to dissolve and dispose of , also because often this fat has always belonged to us and increases in volume from year to year.

Anatomically our abdomen is covered in the outermost part of subcutaneous fat to protect the muscle bands, and under the muscles there it is, the abdominal or visceral fat, which covers the internal organs.

This visceral fat releases adipocytokines , molecules that influence appetite, insulin release, lipid metabolism. The vicious circle is soon set in motion, as an increase in these adipocytes promotes the growth of pro-inflammatory mediators .

Real inflammatory cells of the tissues, macrophages, are recalled in the adipose tissue, increase the inflammatory condition and promote the process of inhibition of adrenaline and noradrenaline , neurotransmitters responsible for many functions such as the activation of the sympathetic nervous system, and the processes of adipolysis to generate energy.

In other words, excess abdominal fat, if not controlled, modifies the hormonal releases that are used to transform stored fats and becomes increasingly difficult to dispose of, indeed it almost seems to feed itself.

It is a completely different structure and adipose mechanism compared to stagnation or accumulations in other parts of the body and can represent an element of risk for our health : metabolic diseases such as diabetes and cardiovascular diseases are closely linked to the processes described above.

It follows that controlling fat mass and counteracting abdominal fat is not just an aesthetic issue but concerns our well-being condition.

Abdominal fat: what remedies?

Attention we are not promoting flat abdomen, sculpted muscles and gym turtles, a soft belly is a natural condition and has nothing to do with abdominal or visceral fat which can represent the beginning of a disease.

In naturopathy we always look for the cause and start with rebalancing the “ground” . A ground which, as we have learned, is on fire; despite the use of the term “burning” fat, at this stage it will be necessary to promote a process of anti-inflammation to reactivate the endocrine processes.Healthy nutrition against abdominal fat

The first step that we must take into consideration is nutrition: some nutrients that generate acidosis must be abandoned to start triggering an alkalization process that helps the tissues to detoxify .

Alcohol, drinks with added gas and sugar and coffee must be eliminated. The consumption of red meats must be limited as much as possible, favoring instead some types of white meats from natural farms and blue fish.

Pasta and bread made with refined flours must be replaced with wholemeal and gluten-free foods . Cheese and dairy products generally need to be reduced and in some cases eliminated for a certain period.

It is important to introduce raw vegetables, consume fruit between meals and never associated with carbohydrates or animal proteins . Drink plenty of still water during the day, perhaps with lemon and consume a small amount during meals to facilitate easier digestion.

We can find specific tables of acidifying and alkalizing foods to choose the foods we like best from those indicated. It is absolutely counterproductive to “skip meals” , on the contrary it is recommended to contemplate five of them paying particular attention to breakfast and lunch interspersed with a fruit-based snack, a snack always with fruit and a frugal protein dinner, to support the metabolism and don’t make him “fall asleep”.

Liver purified against abdominal fat

The detoxification process of the liver is important because the placement of abdominal fat favors the transport of adipokines and fatty acids to the liver through the portal vein.

In any case, any diet must be preceded by a liver purification, so that its energetic regeneration is supportive of the commitment that we will have to put into modifying our diet and introducing physical movement.

We can activate liver regeneration with specially created phytocomplexes based on artichoke , dandelion , milk thistle , flue : all remedies that take care of the liver function including the bile vesicle.

It is precisely the secretion of bile that is essential for the emulsion of fats.

Exercise against abdominal fat

Those who find themselves with a “donut” of fat around the abdomen must pay particular attention to the practice of physical exercises. We avoid immense efforts, without training such as running, abdominals and push-ups which can be counterproductive.

The walk, initially limited in duration and intensity, but then more and more to be increased, must become the good daily habit to be introduced into the lifestyle. It helps to strengthen the breath, to stimulate the arterial and venous circulation, to burn sugar first and then fat and to reduce abdominal fat. Let’s not expect sensational results at the beginning, because the process will be slow, but gradual and will give excellent results in the medium term.

Another effective exercise but not suitable for those who are close to obesity is the plank : it is a static exercise, on the ground, from the supine position, arms bent at 90 °. The whole body rests on the elbows and forefoot in a straight line parallel to the ground. The abs and buttocks must remain tight, the back straight without lumbar or cervical arches and the legs together. This position is considered a fat burner and a tonic; it can be applied daily starting to keep it for a few minutes until its duration increases with training.

Thermogenic remedies for abdominal fat

There are remedies with a thermogenic effect, which stimulate the metabolism and which can be combined during or after the practices described above. Alone without the dietary commitment, purification and physical exercise do not lead to any results, just so as not to boast extraordinary powers that no remedy possesses!

Garcinia Cambogia , Moringa and Green Coffee are three allies for the control of abdominal fat and we can introduce them in our path of getting back into shape . Indications and dosage must be verified in a personalized program that takes into account various factors such as blood pressure, cholesterol, glycemic index and renal function and therefore must be planned by a specialized doctor.

The advice as such is advice, which starts from an objective description of the problem but which must then find a subjective response, since we are not all the same and what you read must only be a starting point to deepen in the appropriate fora and activate the correct safeguards .