_{Hence why dieting alone isn't enough. An idea supported by scientists from the Department of Clinical Chemistry at Bispebjerg Hospital in Denmark who found, "Lipolysis (fat loss) is accompanied by an increase in the fatty tissue blood flow." For this very reason relying on the old calories in/calories out method won't be enough if you want to banish your belly. Instead run, jog, bike or swim, but most importantly move and increase blood flow and fat loss.}
Stubborn tummy fat can be very hard to shift. Due to our often sedentary lifestyles and stressful jobs, medicated with alcohol and biscuits, belly fat can easily build up. And, it's not just our ability to win the swimsuit competition that's affected by the belly build up: fat deposits around the belly are linked to serious health issues, including type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and cardiovascular disease. 

Check your diet. People often mistake higher calorie diets as the only food-related culprit. The more you eat, the more you gain. But the truth is, even smaller portion sizes that are full of the wrong high fat or sugary foods can be devastating to your lower belly. If you eat foods or drinks high in sugar and fat, you are doing yourself no favors in reducing your fat around your midsection.

A very rich dietary food, beans are packed full of nutrients, fiber, and protein. The protein and fiber are particularly good at helping reduce hunger after eating and decrease cravings that lead to excessive snacking. By helping reduce overall calorie intake, beans help reduce lower belly fat. Science Daily backs up these statements by reporting that beans “increased the feeling of fullness by 31 per cent, which may indeed result in less food intake.” Further, they state that “including [beans] in your diet may help you lose weight, and we think more importantly, prevent you from gaining it back after you lose it.” (6) Just be careful how you prepare and what you serve your beans with. If you are used to serving green beans with butter, cut the butter out. Avoid baked beans since they are cooked with large amounts of sugar, preservatives, and not good fats. Instead, try beans steamed or boiled and seasoned with herbs and spices.
^{Include physical activity in your daily routine. For most healthy adults, the Department of Health and Human Services recommends moderate aerobic activity, such as brisk walking, for at least 150 minutes a week or vigorous aerobic activity, such as jogging, for at least 75 minutes a week. In addition, strength training exercises are recommended at least twice a week. If you want to lose weight or meet specific fitness goals, you might need to exercise more.}

Calorie for calorie, sugar is different to other food groups such as protein, complex carbohydrates, and fat, because it confuses your normal appetite controls and causes your body to produce fat. Refined sugars are often hidden in a plethora of different products that you wouldn't expect such as fruit juices. Make sure to check the labels before eating the products. 

That all depends on what you put in your detox water. A very common recipe is Lemon Cucumber with a Mint twist. Sounds delicious? It is! But it’s also great for your body. The Lemon helps to boost your immune system and rids your body of harmful toxins. The cucumber is a great anti-inflammatory and it’s also amazing for staying hydrated. The mint…? Well, mostly it’s there to help sweeten your detox water, but it also helps your body with digestion.
^{I drink a fruit and cucumber. ..with lemon or lime everyday. ..im lost without it! I take frozen berry blend (1/4 cup) 3 slices of oranges. ..6 slkces of the fancy small cucumbers. …squeeze in my lemon. …..and I drink this all day…and I keep refilling it more…so I drink about 96 -100 oz a day…I have no added sugars…..or gluten in my day as well…in the morning im feeling the results from this detoxification drink…..everyone’s ALWAYS asking me whats in your bottle it looks yummy!}
_{Several studies suggest green tea may promote weight loss by stimulating the body to burn abdominal fat. Green tea contains catechins, a type of phytochemical that may briefly affect the metabolism. It is known for helping many dieters lose fat quicker than usual when consumed 3 times a day (once before or after each meal). Green tea is a fat burner drink which can help lose extra belly fat with ease!}
3. Stress Belly: The Daily Mail reports that a stressful life could contribute to excess weight in the abdominal area. They spoke to health expert Jackie Wicks, co-author of new book Cheats & Eats: Lifestyle Programme, and she explained to them that cortisol, which is also called the stress hormone, becomes too high for a lengthy period of time, and can increase the amount of fat stored in the stomach. So the key to losing that excess stomach fat caused by stress is to try and destress yourself. Wicks recommends taking a hot bath on a regular basis. She explains that they have been shown to lower cortisol levels. She also adds that going for a walk every day not only helps burn calories but can also be a great way to clear your mind, the Daily Mail reported.
Lie on your back with your head and shoulders lifted off the floor and your hands behind your head if you need some support for your neck.  With both legs extended and toes pointed lift your right leg off the floor so that it is perpendicular with your upper body (keep your lifted leg as straight as you can) and raise your left leg just a few inches off the ground.
When you’re at an ideal weight, the hormones and chemicals secreted by fat cells are actually healthy. The problem arises when you have more and larger fat cells than normal, which often occurs in an individual who is overweight. Both traditional medicine and modern medicine agree on the fact that excess belly fat is the primary root cause of many serious health problems including hypertension, diabetes, and chronic inflammation.