You will gain weight if you consume more calories than you burn via exercise. Women acquire weight mostly around their waists and hips.
Sugary and trans fat-rich meals, alcohol, and protein deficiency may slow fat burning and cause belly fat.
Growing abdominal fat may be genetic for many women. Familial DNA controls hormone receptors that govern caloric intake and fat storage. Two of the three genes associated to a larger waist-to-hip ratio and abdominal obesity are exclusively present in women.
Lack of daily exercise is a major risk factor for visceral and subcutaneous abdominal obesity. Limiting sitting and exercising regularly may help avoid stomach fat buildup.
Menopause weight gain is typical. Estrogen causes hip and thigh fat storage throughout puberty in preparation for pregnancy. As estrogen levels diminish after menopause, fat is accumulated around the belly instead of the hips and thighs.
Gut bacterial diversity changes may affect nutrition metabolism, inflammation, and hormone abnormalities. Fiber-rich and low-refined carb diets may help you lose belly fat and maintain a healthy gut.
You eat for two in your third trimester and may gain weight around your tummy, arms, and thighs. You may struggle to reduce weight and develop muscle after delivery.
Sleep: Inflammation, hunger hormone fluctuations, and lack of exercise may lead to weight gain.