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weight gain around the middle

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anne29714
anne29714

I have put so much weight on around my middle and have cut down on what I eat but nothing seems to shift it. I walk a lot every day but still nothing happens. I'm thinking of joining a slimming class but someone has told me that they won't work to shift the weight as it is Hormonal. Any advice would be great. Thank you.  

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  • Guest
    Guest anne29714

    Posted

    I gain weight in my stomach too. Last year when I restricted my diet I lost the tummy, but as soon as I started eating again it came back. Sometimes gluten will bloat your stomach too. 

    I cut out sugar, dairy, red meat, gluten, alcohol, caffeine, fried food, just water to drink. It’s just no fun! 

    I guess I’d rather have a tummy than be starving all the time! 

    • anne29714
      anne29714 Guest

      Posted

      It seems as though you have to cut out everything you like to lose the tummy. I think i'm with you rather have the tummy than starve and be unhappy.

  • Shana_rifka
    Shana_rifka anne29714

    Posted

    Hi Anne, I’m a personal trainer and yes, sometimes as we age it does all accumulate around the middle and you try to cut back and lose wt in other places. Have your tried weight training? Building muscle increases  your metabolism which you might need. 

    Continue to eat healthy, small meals more often, minimal CARBS and lots of water. Good luck! Be well!

    • anne29714
      anne29714 Shana_rifka

      Posted

      Ok I will give it a go if you think it will help lose my tummy.lol
  • 2chr2015
    2chr2015 anne29714

    Posted

    Cutting out all wheat is really the biggest thing that helps me.  Not just gluten
    • pam90720
      pam90720 2chr2015

      Posted

      I'm with you.... I tried to restrict anything with grain in it (the Undoctered book )

      Around 50-60 carbs a day and watch sugar in take... 

  • kim35797
    kim35797 anne29714

    Posted

    hi has anyone tried the Keto diet my son has been on this for months and what amazing difference he lost lots of weight and has more energy so i am going to try this myself so i will keep you all posted on how it goes .x
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