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Having a larger waistline is linked to a whole host of risks, including higher propensity for heart disease and diabetes. And while it isn’t possible to directly target belly fat through exercise and diet, there are some steps you can take to facilitate overall fat loss, resulting in a reduction of dangerous visceral fat.

Today’s guest, Thomas DeLauer, is an expert in the realm of diet and nutrition. His popular YouTube channel has amassed millions of subscribers with the mission of helping folks implement realistic and sustainable habits to optimize their health. On this episode of The Model Health Show, he’s diving into the science behind losing belly fat.

You’re going to learn the critical mechanisms behind belly fat, including the role of hormones, calories, macronutrients, and more. You’ll hear about the best types of exercise for reducing fat, how to simplify your diet for better body composition, and a whole lot more. Thomas has a wealth of knowledge in this space, and I hope you enjoy this interview.

In this episode you’ll discover:

• What central adiposity is.
• The difference between visceral fat and belly fat.
• What the main culprits of visceral adiposity are.
• How cortisol works in relation to belly fat.
• Why so many people are skinny fat.
• How trans fats are created, and how the body breaks them down.
• The connection between leaky gut and inflammation.
• What you need to know about trans fats in our food supply.
• Why both excess sugar and excess fat can cause elevated blood sugar levels.
• How the liver stores and utilizes glycogen.
• Why processed foods create the perfect storm for accumulating belly fat.
• The mechanisms behind how the body burns fat.
• Which types of exercise are best for burning belly fat.
• The truth about spot reduction.
• What LISS is, and how to utilize it.
• Thomas’ story of transforming his health.
• The first thing you should do daily to start your day off right.
• A meal prep tip to help you simplify your life.
• How to create an environment that facilitates healthy choices.

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• Connect with Thomas DeLauer Website / Instagram / YouTube

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