How do I lose belly fat?
Spot reduction is a myth — you cannot target fat loss to specific areas. Fat loss comes from sustained caloric deficit (TDEE minus 500 cal/day). Belly fat (visceral fat) responds well to: reducing alcohol, improving sleep (7+ hours), managing cortisol (stress), and consistent resistance training.
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