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Why belly fat is so hard to shake off

Belly fat is hard to lose because it contains more fat cells (the beta cells) than anywhere else. Our bodies have two types of fat cells; alpha and beta. Alpha cells respond easily to lipolysis (fat burning processes) while beta cells don’t. And that is why you will lose weight faster elsewhere and struggle with your tummy. The beta fat cells are also abundant on women’s thigh and hip areas.  

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