Getting Rid of the Spare Tire

People who are over weight are at a far greater disadvantage when it comes to staying healthy. The reason is because research shows that not only does your weight increase your health risk, but the areas in which you have weight problems are a key factor that contributes to you health problems.

The belly fat ring that is around the abdominal area is called “visceral adipose fat” most of us call it a pot belly or beer Belly, Spare Tire, or love handles. Whatever we may call it the truth of the matter is that if you have belly fat you subject your body to more health risks.

One of the first things I discovered was that how much you weigh may be less important than you think. Studies show measuring the waistline is a better indicator when it comes to measuring health levels in men and women. It has been proven that men whose waist measures 40 inches or more and women who have a waistline measuring 35 inches or more are putting themselves at risk for diabetes, high blood pressure, heart attack, stroke, cancer, and other illnesses.

Dr. Robert Eckel, president of the AHA, says, “A big waistline puts you at risk for many health problems---diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, and stroke.”

The Journal of Neurology published a report Wednesday, March 26, 2008, which said that people that have extra belly fat while in their 40’s are more likely to have dementia when they reach their 70’s.

What Does It Take to Get A Spare Tire?

Pretty much nothing!! Living an inactive lifestyle and not being very mobile will definitely help. Other things that will contribute to your spare tire is your diet. High averages of carbohydrates, full fat dairy products, and saturated fats found in red meat contribute to abdominal fat. Of course that occasional 12 pack of beer does not help either.

What Does It Take to Get Rid of That Spare Tire

Eat more fruits, vegetables and other high fiber, low fat products. Eat more chicken, and fish. Eat less red meat. Do so in a modest manner! Do not go over board and stop eating carbs entirely. There are good carbs and they are important for your over all health. It will not hurt you to go on a healthy diet and to get yourself involved in a good exercise program. A good home gym will give you some great flexibility and help in finding the time to exercise. You can find some great exercise programs at home gyms books You might also want to check out the diet book section for a couple of great programs to help you lose some of that belly fat.

Always remember to contact your physician before you try any abrupt change to diet, medication, or exercise.