{"id":54085,"date":"2023-09-03T08:09:46","date_gmt":"2023-09-03T08:09:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=54085"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"what-causes-belly-fat-in-females","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/","title":{"rendered":"What Causes Belly Fat in Females? 18 Root Causes Revealed and 4 Ways to Tackle Them"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#What_Are_3_Reasons_You_Have_Belly_Fat\" >What Are 3 Reasons You Have Belly Fat?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#Stomach_Fat_in_Females_Explained\" >Stomach Fat in Females Explained<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#How_to_Measure_Belly_Fat_in_Women\" >How to Measure Belly Fat in Women<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#The_Hormonal_Belly\" >The Hormonal Belly<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#Stomach_Fat_in_Women_Risks\" >Stomach Fat in Women Risks<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#3_Causes_of_Increased_Belly_Fat_Age-Related\" >3 Causes of Increased Belly Fat (Age-Related)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#Causes_of_Lower_Belly_Fat_in_Females_%E2%80%93_Changing_Fat_Distribution\" >Causes of Lower Belly Fat in Females &#8211; Changing Fat Distribution<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#Causes_of_Belly_Fat_in_Menopause_%E2%80%93_Estrogen\" >Causes of Belly Fat in Menopause &#8211; Estrogen<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#Another_Cause_of_Stomach_Fat_in_Aging_Women_%E2%80%93_Muscle_Loss\" >Another Cause of Stomach Fat in Aging Women &#8211; Muscle Loss<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#What_Causes_Belly_Fat_in_Females_Fast_Calories_and_Food\" >What Causes Belly Fat in Females Fast? (Calories and Food)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#3_Dietary_Causes_of_Belly_Fat\" >3 Dietary Causes of Belly Fat<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#Binge_Eating_May_Add_Belly_Fat\" >Binge Eating May Add Belly Fat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#Too_Many_Calories_Daily_May_Cause_Gains\" >Too Many Calories Daily May Cause Gains<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#Unhealthy_Gut_Bacteria_May_Influence_Belly_Fat\" >Unhealthy Gut Bacteria May Influence Belly Fat<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#6_Specific_Foods_That_May_Cause_Belly_Fat\" >6 Specific Foods That May Cause Belly Fat<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#Alcohol_May_Cause_Stomach_Fat\" >Alcohol May Cause Stomach Fat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#Limited_Fiber_Intake_May_Result_in_Belly_Fat\" >Limited Fiber Intake May Result in Belly Fat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#Low-Quality_Protein_Intake_May_Cause_Excess_Belly_Fat\" >Low-Quality Protein Intake May Cause Excess Belly Fat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#Added_Sugar_May_Increase_Stomach_Fat\" >Added Sugar May Increase Stomach Fat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#Sugar-Sweetened_Beverages_May_Cause_Belly_Fat\" >Sugar-Sweetened Beverages May Cause Belly Fat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#Trans_Fat_Foods_May_Result_in_Bigger_Bellies\" >Trans Fat Foods May Result in Bigger Bellies<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#6_Lifestyle_Causes_of_Belly_Fat_in_Females\" >6 Lifestyle Causes of Belly Fat in Females<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#Bad_Habits_Might_Cause_Visceral_Fat_Gain\" >Bad Habits Might Cause Visceral Fat Gain<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#Inactivity_Might_Cause_Weight_Gain_Around_the_Midsection\" >Inactivity Might Cause Weight Gain Around the Midsection<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#Poor_Sleep_Hygiene_May_Cause_Belly_Fat\" >Poor Sleep Hygiene May Cause Belly Fat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#Prescription_Medication_May_Increase_Belly_Fat\" >Prescription Medication May Increase Belly Fat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#Why_Am_I_Skinny_But_Have_a_Big_Stomach_Its_in_Your_Head_Literally\" >Why Am I Skinny But Have a Big Stomach? It\u2019s in Your Head, Literally!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#Stubborn_Belly_Fat_in_a_Female_Might_Be_Genetic\" >Stubborn Belly Fat in a Female Might Be Genetic<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#What_Is_the_Best_Way_for_a_Woman_to_Lose_Belly_Fat\" >What Is the Best Way for a Woman to Lose Belly Fat?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#Control_Calories_and_Keep_a_Healthy_Gut_to_Lose_Belly_Fat\" >Control Calories and Keep a Healthy Gut to Lose Belly Fat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#Eat_the_Right_Foods_to_Burn_Belly_Fat_Naturally\" >Eat the Right Foods to Burn Belly Fat Naturally<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#Get_Active_to_Combat_Belly_Fat\" >Get Active to Combat Belly Fat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#Hormone_Therapy_May_Help_Menopause_Belly_Fat\" >Hormone Therapy May Help Menopause Belly Fat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#Lifestyle_Changes_May_Reduce_Belly_Fat\" >Lifestyle Changes May Reduce Belly Fat<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#Why_Do_I_Gain_Weight_on_My_Stomach_Only\" >Why Do I Gain Weight on My Stomach Only?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#What_Causes_Belly_Fat_in_Females_Over_40\" >What Causes Belly Fat in Females Over 40?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#What_Food_Causes_Belly_Fat_in_Females\" >What Food Causes Belly Fat in Females?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#What_Causes_Hanging_Belly_Fat\" >What Causes Hanging Belly Fat?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#What_Causes_Lower_Belly_Fat_in_Females\" >What Causes Lower Belly Fat in Females?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-causes-belly-fat-in-females\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Discovering what causes belly fat in females can answer many questions and reduce fears. Every woman loves wearing hip-height pants with a short top as she embraces summer. However, hanging, lower, and overall belly flab can make you feel self-conscious.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=what_causes_belly_fat_in_females\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How can you stop feeling so self-conscious about your belly? Discovering the reasons behind a not-so-tight and flat belly will help you realize what you can control and limit. That way, you can trim it down or reduce the likelihood of gaining more belly weight.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_3_Reasons_You_Have_Belly_Fat\"><\/span><b>What Are 3 Reasons You Have Belly Fat?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to the Mayo Clinic, there are ultimately four factors that cause belly fat in females (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/womens-health\/in-depth\/belly-fat\/art-20045809\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The number of calories you consume daily<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The number of <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/calories-burned-20000-steps\/\">calories you burn daily<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The natural aging process<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Genetics<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, many factors influence some of these reasons, particularly the number of calories you eat and burn each day. Let us first understand your belly, the fat types, and the risks of excess weight. Then, you\u2019ll discover how these reasons relate to different lifestyle, calorie, and aging-related causes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>BetterMe App helps you achieve your body goals with ease and efficiency by helping to choose proper meal plans and effective workouts. <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=what_causes_belly_fat_in_females\">Start using our app<\/a> and you will see good results in a short time.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stomach_Fat_in_Females_Explained\"><\/span><b>Stomach Fat in Females Explained<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Harvard explains that there are two types of stomach fat (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/staying-healthy\/taking-aim-at-belly-fat\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Subcutaneous fat that lies between the abdominal wall and skin<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visceral fat that surrounds the organs and lies deeper within your abdomen<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to Harvard, the majority of people have approximately 90% subcutaneous and 10% visceral fat. Too much visceral fat is linked to health risks.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Measure_Belly_Fat_in_Women\"><\/span><b>How to Measure Belly Fat in Women<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Harvard suggests measuring your waist to see if it is 35 inches or less (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/staying-healthy\/taking-aim-at-belly-fat\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). For most women, a waist circumference of 35 inches or larger is considered to be a sign of excess visceral fat. This cutoff may not apply if you have a large overall body size, and you should discuss any specific issues or questions you have with your healthcare provider. Measure straight above your navel directly above your hip bones at the back and make sure to measure in exactly the same place every time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Hormonal_Belly\"><\/span><b>The Hormonal Belly<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A research article describes visceral fat as being hormonally active(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3473928\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">21<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). It can influence several metabolic processes and too much of it is associated with an increased risk of several chronic diseases.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stomach_Fat_in_Women_Risks\"><\/span><b>Stomach Fat in Women Risks<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Harvard says that subcutaneous fat produces healthier molecules, whereas visceral fat produces more potentially harmful molecules (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/staying-healthy\/taking-aim-at-belly-fat\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). For example, visceral fat makes cytokine proteins that can trigger inflammation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The fat also releases angiotensin precursors that can narrow the arteries and increase blood pressure. Furthermore, Harvard provides evidence that excess visceral fat may increase the risk of the following diseases (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/staying-healthy\/taking-aim-at-belly-fat\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Asthma<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Breast cancer<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dementia<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Colorectal cancer<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WebMD suggests that excess visceral fat may increase the risk of these diseases (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/what-is-visceral-fat\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">24<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alzheimer\u2019s<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heart disease<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stroke<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Type II diabetes<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Belly fat is an enemy that may increase risks as you become older. If you believe that you have too much visceral fat, you should talk to your healthcare provider about a plan to reduce it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=what_causes_belly_fat_in_females\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-31610 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-3892-1024x576.png\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-3892-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-3892-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-3892-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-3892-370x208.png 370w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-3892-270x152.png 270w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-3892-570x321.png 570w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-3892-740x416.png 740w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-3892.png 1536w\" alt=\"causes of belly fat in females\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" \/><\/a><\/h2>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Causes_of_Increased_Belly_Fat_Age-Related\"><\/span><b>3 Causes of Increased Belly Fat (Age-Related)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The causes of belly fat in females that relate to aging include body composition changes and hormones. Let\u2019s examine why you\u2019re gaining extra pounds around the middle as you become older.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Causes_of_Lower_Belly_Fat_in_Females_%E2%80%93_Changing_Fat_Distribution\"><\/span><b>Causes of Lower Belly Fat in Females &#8211; Changing Fat Distribution<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Los Angeles researchers studied fat distribution around menopause for almost 12 years (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/34061966\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). They found the menopause transition to be associated with the development of central adiposity or the accumulation of fat in the abdominal region.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Causes_of_Belly_Fat_in_Menopause_%E2%80%93_Estrogen\"><\/span><b>Causes of Belly Fat in Menopause &#8211; Estrogen<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Changing hormone levels explains much of why you gain weight around the middle during menopause. Louisiana State University researchers examined estrogen and visceral fat post-menopause (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/18332882\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). They found that women begin storing more visceral fat in the abdomen as their estrogen levels drop and energy expenditure decreases.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Another_Cause_of_Stomach_Fat_in_Aging_Women_%E2%80%93_Muscle_Loss\"><\/span><b>Another Cause of Stomach Fat in Aging Women &#8211; Muscle Loss<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Mayo Clinic explains the final part of the aging process and its relationship to belly fat (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/womens-health\/in-depth\/belly-fat\/art-20045809\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). We all naturally lose muscle mass as we become older and decreased muscle mass requires less energy to maintain, meaning that the body uses fewer calories. In combination with the fact that people have a tendency to be less active as they get older, if we don\u2019t lower our calorie intake, weight gain is likely.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/3-best-exercises-to-lose-belly-fat-after-50\/\">3 Best Exercises To Lose Belly Fat After 50<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Causes_Belly_Fat_in_Females_Fast_Calories_and_Food\"><\/span><b>What Causes Belly Fat in Females Fast? (Calories and Food)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Two major causes of belly fat in females are high-calorie intake and a sedentary lifestyle(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/womens-health\/in-depth\/belly-fat\/art-20045809\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). We will now look at particular dietary choices that lead to excess calorie intake.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Dietary_Causes_of_Belly_Fat\"><\/span><b>3 Dietary Causes of Belly Fat<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What causes belly fat in females in terms of calories? There are three reasons calories cause you to gain weight around the waist (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/womens-health\/in-depth\/belly-fat\/art-20045809\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Binge_Eating_May_Add_Belly_Fat\"><\/span><b>Binge Eating May Add Belly Fat<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Binge eating and excessive food intake in short periods may cause belly fat. Nigerian, North American, and Chinese researchers have examined the effects of binge eating disorder on metabolic syndrome (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.scirp.org\/journal\/paperinformation.aspx?paperid=120639\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). They found a high percentage of people with binge-eating disorder to have metabolic syndrome characteristics, one of which is central adiposity, or excess belly fat.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Too_Many_Calories_Daily_May_Cause_Gains\"><\/span><b>Too Many Calories Daily May Cause Gains<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consuming too many calories and leading a lifestyle that is generally inactive are serious reasons for belly fat. WebMD suggests swapping high-calorie foods for nutrient-dense foods (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/obesity\/ss\/slideshow-causes-of-belly-fat\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">25<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). You should change fried foods, ultra-processed food, and sweets for fruits and vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Unhealthy_Gut_Bacteria_May_Influence_Belly_Fat\"><\/span><b>Unhealthy Gut Bacteria May Influence Belly Fat<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Did you know that you have trillions of bacteria and an entire ecosystem in your gut (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hsph.harvard.edu\/nutritionsource\/microbiome\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">22<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)? WebMD suggests that these organisms can influence weight gain (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/obesity\/ss\/slideshow-causes-of-belly-fat\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">25<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Eating probiotic foods such as yogurt and kimchi, or prebiotic fiber from fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, can facilitate the promotion of a healthy microbiome with more beneficial bacteria.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Specific_Foods_That_May_Cause_Belly_Fat\"><\/span><b>6 Specific Foods That May Cause Belly Fat<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certain foods may increase visceral or abdominal fat. Here, we will examine them and recommend some you can use to avoid weight gain around the middle.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alcohol_May_Cause_Stomach_Fat\"><\/span><b>Alcohol May Cause Stomach Fat<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Japanese scientists studied the effects of alcohol on fat deposits and found higher alcohol consumption to be associated with increased visceral fat (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/29848904\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Limited_Fiber_Intake_May_Result_in_Belly_Fat\"><\/span><b>Limited Fiber Intake May Result in Belly Fat<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Too little soluble fiber may be another reason for belly fat. Researchers from Colorado, Canada, and North Caroline determined certain lifestyle factors that affected abdominal fat over five years (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3856431\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). For each 10-gram increase in soluble fiber intake, the rate of visceral fat accumulation decreased by 3.7%.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Low-Quality_Protein_Intake_May_Cause_Excess_Belly_Fat\"><\/span><b>Low-Quality Protein Intake May Cause Excess Belly Fat<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">University of Oklahoma researchers found quality protein intake to be inversely related to the percentage of central abdominal fat (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/22284338\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Quality protein was defined by the ratio of essential amino acids to total protein.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Added_Sugar_May_Increase_Stomach_Fat\"><\/span><b>Added Sugar May Increase Stomach Fat<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Researchers at the University of Minnesota found excessive sugar consumption over a long period of time to be linked to higher visceral fat deposits (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sph.umn.edu\/news\/excess-sugar-linked-to-dangerous-heart-and-abdominal-fat\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Their focus was on sugar consumption from sugar-sweetened beverages and sugars added to foods.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sugar-Sweetened_Beverages_May_Cause_Belly_Fat\"><\/span><b>Sugar-Sweetened Beverages May Cause Belly Fat<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Researchers in Minnesota examined the effects of sugar-sweetened (SSBs) and diet beverages on visceral fat (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3288354\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Diet drinks were found not to make much difference in visceral fat. However, a regular intake of sugar-sweetened beverages was found to be linked to increased waist circumference and a greater proportion of visceral fat to subcutaneous fat with no change in total body fat.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Trans_Fat_Foods_May_Result_in_Bigger_Bellies\"><\/span><b>Trans Fat Foods May Result in Bigger Bellies<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trans fat may cause belly fat. Brazilian scientists analyzed the fat tissues of men who had undergone bariatric surgery (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/16259884\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). They found more trans fatty acids in the visceral fat than in fat from other areas of the body, a fact they found to be worrisome. The good news is that many countries have now banned artificial trans fats in foods, including the United States.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you wish to cinch your waist, tone up your bat wings, blast away the muffin top \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=what_causes_belly_fat_in_females\">our fitness app was created to cater to all your needs<\/a>! BetterMe won\u2019t give excess weight a chance!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Lifestyle_Causes_of_Belly_Fat_in_Females\"><\/span><b>6 Lifestyle Causes of Belly Fat in Females<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the cause of belly fat in females is all you can think about, you\u2019ll find the answers you need here. Certain lifestyle habits may play a role in weight gain around the middle and they will be looked at more closely here.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bad_Habits_Might_Cause_Visceral_Fat_Gain\"><\/span><b>Bad Habits Might Cause Visceral Fat Gain<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WebMD explains how smokers have a tendency to have more visceral fat deposits (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/obesity\/ss\/slideshow-causes-of-belly-fat\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">25<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Nicotine and vaping may also cause excess weight around the middle, even in those with a normal BMI.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=what_causes_belly_fat_in_females\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30912 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-4189-1024x576.png\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-4189-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-4189-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-4189-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-4189-370x208.png 370w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-4189-270x152.png 270w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-4189-570x321.png 570w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-4189-740x416.png 740w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-4189.png 1536w\" alt=\"what causes belly fat in females\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Inactivity_Might_Cause_Weight_Gain_Around_the_Midsection\"><\/span><b>Inactivity Might Cause Weight Gain Around the Midsection<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scientists at the University of Minnesota performed an examination of the relationship between sedentary lifestyles, physical activity, and visceral fat (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5315590\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). The results unsurprisingly found that participants who spent more time watching television and did less physical activity had more visceral fat.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Poor_Sleep_Hygiene_May_Cause_Belly_Fat\"><\/span><b>Poor Sleep Hygiene May Cause Belly Fat<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Poor sleep is another lifestyle factor that may result in belly fat. The Mayo Clinic found that poor sleeping habits often increase calorie intake and can lead to increased visceral fat (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2022\/03\/220328165327.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Prescription_Medication_May_Increase_Belly_Fat\"><\/span><b>Prescription Medication May Increase Belly Fat<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WebMD explains how certain medications notoriously cause weight gain, particularly around the middle (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/obesity\/ss\/slideshow-causes-of-belly-fat\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">25<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Some diabetic, steroid, epilepsy, and antidepressant medications may lead to weight gain, and beta blockers are renowned for causing belly fat.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Am_I_Skinny_But_Have_a_Big_Stomach_Its_in_Your_Head_Literally\"><\/span><b>Why Am I Skinny But Have a Big Stomach? It\u2019s in Your Head, Literally!<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stress and poor mental health may cause belly fat, even if you are quite thin in other places. Medicine Net suggests that stress may cause weight gain around the middle (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicinenet.com\/why_do_i_only_gain_weight_in_my_stomach_and_back\/article.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">27<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). The stress hormone <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/cortisol-belly-fat\/\">cortisol<\/a> may also influence how your body distributes fat.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conditions associated with high cortisol levels may result in excess fat deposits in your mid-section, such as severe depression and Cushing\u2019s disease.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stubborn_Belly_Fat_in_a_Female_Might_Be_Genetic\"><\/span><b>Stubborn Belly Fat in a Female Might Be Genetic<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Cleveland Clinic explains that environmental, lifestyle, dietary, and genetic factors determine the amount of visceral fat you possess. However, genetics determine the way in which your body stores and distributes it (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/diseases\/24147-visceral-fat\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">23<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Therefore, following an active lifestyle, eating correctly, and sleeping well may help. However, genetics can still interfere with how stubborn belly fat remains. WebMD says genetics also influence the way your body burns calories and how quickly you feel satisfied (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/obesity\/ss\/slideshow-causes-of-belly-fat\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">25<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_the_Best_Way_for_a_Woman_to_Lose_Belly_Fat\"><\/span><b>What Is the Best Way for a Woman to Lose Belly Fat?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Losing fat around the stomach is possible and is highly recommended. So, let\u2019s use the information we have learned to formulate an action plan for shedding belly fat. Follow these tips and you will ensure you embark on belly-burning weight loss.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Control_Calories_and_Keep_a_Healthy_Gut_to_Lose_Belly_Fat\"><\/span><b>Control Calories and Keep a Healthy Gut to Lose Belly Fat<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To lose belly fat, start by cutting out binge eating, limiting your calorie intake, and eating food that feeds the microbiome exactly what it needs (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.scirp.org\/journal\/paperinformation.aspx?paperid=120639\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/obesity\/ss\/slideshow-causes-of-belly-fat\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">25<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Harvard recommends probiotic foods for the promotion of beneficial gut bacteria, including (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hsph.harvard.edu\/nutritionsource\/microbiome\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">22<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fermented foods<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kefir<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kimchi<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kombucha tea<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Miso<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sauerkraut<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tempeh<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Mayo Clinic also recommends limiting your portions and daily calorie intake (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/womens-health\/in-depth\/belly-fat\/art-20045809\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Medicine Net suggests reducing your daily calories by 500 (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicinenet.com\/how_many_calories_to_eat_a_day_to_lose_weight\/article.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). A focus on fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats can help you achieve a reduction in calories without feeling that you are restricting yourself too much.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eat_the_Right_Foods_to_Burn_Belly_Fat_Naturally\"><\/span><b>Eat the Right Foods to Burn Belly Fat Naturally<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start by limiting your alcohol intake as this may cause belly fat, in addition to contributing excess calories (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/29848904\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). The CDC recommends one drink or less each day (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/alcohol\/fact-sheets\/moderate-drinking.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). At the same time, you should add more fiber to your diet, as this can influence visceral fat accumulation (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3856431\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Healthy sources of fiber include:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beans<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fruit<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lentils<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/best-nut-for-weight-loss\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nuts<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oats<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seeds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vegetables<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whole grains<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/smoothie-to-lose-belly-fat-in-1-week\/\">Smoothies<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=what_causes_belly_fat_in_females\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-28856 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/5-1-1024x576.png\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/5-1-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/5-1-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/5-1-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/5-1-370x208.png 370w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/5-1-270x152.png 270w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/5-1-570x321.png 570w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/5-1-740x416.png 740w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/5-1.png 1460w\" alt=\"lower belly fat causes in females\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next, you should start eating more good-quality lean protein (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/22284338\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), adding more of these lean proteins to your diet every day:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eggs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chicken breast<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chickpeas<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Edamame<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Grain-fed beef<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lean pork<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quinoa<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Salmon<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tuna<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Turkey<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whey<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yogurt<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finally, you should try to avoid added sugar, sugar-sweetened beverages, and trans fats (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sph.umn.edu\/news\/excess-sugar-linked-to-dangerous-heart-and-abdominal-fat\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3288354\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/16259884\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). The Mayo Clinic recommends the addition of healthier, nutritious foods to your diet, including (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/womens-health\/in-depth\/belly-fat\/art-20045809\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Low-fat dairy<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moderate amounts of nuts, fish, and vegetable oils<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plenty of water and unsweetened beverages\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/drinks-to-burn-belly-fat\/\">Drinks to burn belly fat<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/fat-burner-smoothie\/\">Sip Your Way To Weight Loss Success With The Ultimate Fat Burner Smoothie<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_Active_to_Combat_Belly_Fat\"><\/span><b>Get Active to Combat Belly Fat<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Mayo Clinic recommends physical activity for burning calories, even if you also reduce your calorie intake (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/womens-health\/in-depth\/belly-fat\/art-20045809\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Every week, you should perform a minimum of 150 minutes of moderate or aerobic <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/exercises-to-lose-belly-fat-at-home-for-beginners\/\">exercises to lose belly fat<\/a>, such as running, walking, or swimming. Alternatively, you can do 75 minutes of vigorous exercise each week, such as HIIT programs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, strength training can be used to tone the muscles in your stomach. The National Institute on Aging says strength and resistance training may slow muscle loss that is associated with aging (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nia.nih.gov\/news\/how-can-strength-training-build-healthier-bodies-we-age\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hormone_Therapy_May_Help_Menopause_Belly_Fat\"><\/span><b>Hormone Therapy May Help Menopause Belly Fat<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hormone replacement therapy may help combat belly fat. Swiss researchers found women taking menopause hormone replacement drugs to have less visceral fat in the belly (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/academic.oup.com\/jcem\/article\/103\/5\/1948\/4953992?login=false\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lifestyle_Changes_May_Reduce_Belly_Fat\"><\/span><b>Lifestyle Changes May Reduce Belly Fat<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medical News Today explains how simple lifestyle changes can help reduce belly fat (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/323309#causes\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">26<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Reducing stress, managing mental health conditions, and stopping smoking cigarettes are all factors that may go a long way and reduce belly fat, in addition to making you much healthier and happier.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=what_causes_belly_fat_in_females\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38154 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/7-10-1024x576.jpg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/7-10-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/7-10-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/7-10-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/7-10-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/7-10-370x208.jpg 370w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/7-10-270x152.jpg 270w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/7-10-570x321.jpg 570w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/7-10-740x416.jpg 740w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/7-10-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/7-10.jpg 1920w\" alt=\"causes of increased belly fat\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Do_I_Gain_Weight_on_My_Stomach_Only\"><\/span><b>Why Do I Gain Weight on My Stomach Only?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stomach-only weight gain may be a result of hormonal imbalances. Canadian researchers suggest that abdominal visceral fat is hormonally active (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3473928\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">21<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Medicine Net suggests that PCOS, menopause, stress, or hypothyroidism are belly-only fat gain culprits (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicinenet.com\/why_do_i_only_gain_weight_in_my_stomach_and_back\/article.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">27<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Causes_Belly_Fat_in_Females_Over_40\"><\/span><b>What Causes Belly Fat in Females Over 40?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Menopause is the most likely cause of belly fat in the over-40s. Los Angeles researchers found that women begin storing fat differently during the menopause transition (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/34061966\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). When they are younger, women tend to gain weight on the thighs and hips. However, as they age, they adopt the apple shape with rounder bellies.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Food_Causes_Belly_Fat_in_Females\"><\/span><b>What Food Causes Belly Fat in Females?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Various unhealthy foods may result in excess visceral fat in the abdomen. Alcohol, limited soluble fiber, a low-quality protein diet, and added sugar may all be contributors (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/29848904\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3856431\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/22284338\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sph.umn.edu\/news\/excess-sugar-linked-to-dangerous-heart-and-abdominal-fat\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). In addition, sugar-sweetened beverages and trans fat may be causes (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3288354\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/16259884\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Causes_Hanging_Belly_Fat\"><\/span><b>What Causes Hanging Belly Fat?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medical News Today suggests the apron or hanging belly is a result of extreme weight changes, pregnancy, or childbirth (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/pannus-stomach\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). The pannus stomach is basically extra skin and fat that hang down after giving birth or losing a large amount of weight.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Causes_Lower_Belly_Fat_in_Females\"><\/span><b>What Causes Lower Belly Fat in Females?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Los Angeles scientists found that women start to gain lower belly fat due to the natural transition in the menopause (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/34061966\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). In addition, the Mayo Clinic suggests eating too many calories and an inactive lifestyle can contribute to abdominal weight gain\u00a0 (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/womens-health\/in-depth\/belly-fat\/art-20045809\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Belly fat is a nightmare that can make you shy when you shouldn\u2019t feel that way. Instead, you should find ways of combating the specific reasons for your belly fat, whether they be lifestyle, age, or dietary-related. Exercise is an excellent means for burning visceral fat to win the war against stomach fat.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=what_causes_belly_fat_in_females\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Discovering what causes belly fat in females can answer many questions and reduce fears. Every woman loves wearing hip-height pants with a short top as she embraces summer. However, hanging, lower, and overall belly flab can make you feel self-conscious.\u00a0 How can you stop feeling so self-conscious about your belly? 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