Healthshots

By Arushi Bidhuri

Published Jul 18, 2023

6 Belly Fat Myths Busted! 

You must have heard a million things about how to burn belly fat. Not everything you hear is true. So, let's bust 6 myths about belly fat right now!

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Myth 1: Drinking Beer Will Cause A Beer Belly

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Consumption of beer won't necessarily cause belly fat, but it is the amount of calories that you consume and burn that can lead to fat accumulation around your abdomen.

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Myth 2: Ab Exercises Are Enough To Get Rid Of Belly Fat

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Well, ab exercises can help but not if you are eating junk. You have to focus on a healthy diet, sleeping right, and following a healthy lifestyle overall.

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Myth 3: Drinking Green Tea Will Burn Belly Fat

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Green tea can be a great addition to your weight loss diet, but it won't help you burn belly fat magically. Green tea help boost metabolism, but it can't melt fat alone.

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Myth 4: Small Meals Are The Key To Losing Belly Fat

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It depends. While eating smaller meals every 2-3 hours may help someone, it might not work for others. So, it can help but it is not the ultimate solution.

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Myth 5: Eat Less To Lose Belly Fat

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The key is not to eat less but to eat right! Calorie counting can work but not when you begin consuming lesser than you need. Eat a balanced diet and focus on fresh, good-quality meals.

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Myth 6: Drinking Apple Cider Vinegar In The Morning Will Burn Belly Fat

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Studies have shown positive effects of apple cider vinegar on your weight, but only when you drink it along with eating a healthy diet and exercise. 

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