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How long does it take to lose belly fat?

This question is about GLP-1 & Weight Loss

Sarah Achleithner

How long it takes to lose belly fat depends on many factors, and will vary from person to person. 

While a healthy weight loss is 1 to 2 pounds per week [

1

], you cannot specifically target fat loss in one area of your body such as your belly. However, studies show that you can lose belly fat by maintaining a calorie deficit and increasing physical activity [

2

].

Weight loss relies on energy input/output, meaning the number of calories consumed should be less than the calories burned. On average, it takes 3,500 calories to burn one pound, which means that diet, exercise, and lifestyle factors (like sleep and stress) play important roles in weight loss. Other factors, such as what you eat, meal timing, age, and genetics are also considered.

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To assist in your weight loss journey, try eating higher protein meals (like

Smart Protein

smoothies) that are also rich in fiber. This combo will enhance satiety and help reach your health goals.

If you want to add exercise into your routine, research suggests that 150-250 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity each week will provide modest weight loss, while greater amounts (>250 minutes/week) have been associated with clinically significant weight loss [

3

].

Talk to your healthcare provider before starting on a weight loss journey.

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References

  1. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2023, June 15). Losing weight. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

    http://www.cdc.gov/healthyweight/losing_weight/

     

  2. Westerterp, K. R. (2018). Exercise, energy balance and body composition. European Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 72(9), 1246–1250.

    https://doi.org/10.1038/s41430-018-0180-4

     

  3. DONNELLY, J. E., BLAIR, S. N., JAKICIC, J. M., MANORE, M. M., RANKIN, J. W., & SMITH, B. K. (2009). Appropriate physical activity intervention strategies for weight loss and prevention of weight regain for adults. Medicine Science in Sports Exercise, 41(2), 459–471.

    https://doi.org/10.1249/mss.0b013e3181949333

     

To assist in your weight loss journey, try eating higher protein meals (like

Smart Protein

smoothies) that are also rich in fiber. This combo will enhance satiety and help reach your health goals.

If you want to add exercise into your routine, research suggests that 150-250 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity each week will provide modest weight loss, while greater amounts (>250 minutes/week) have been associated with clinically significant weight loss [

3

].

Talk to your healthcare provider before starting on a weight loss journey.

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