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Belly fat! We all know what it is: it's stubborn, clingy, and annoying. Like so many ex's in the world, we just want our stomach flab gone! There are so many diets out there that swear they know how to lose belly fat and that they'll get rid of it, but nothing really works. Sadly, you can't get a restraining order on it so you'll have to find some other way.

Fiber is our friend, for it makes our stomachs and intestines happy. It should also make us happier. Why, you ask? Well, fiber helps our body dump its waste. That's right, we said it. Fiber makes it easier for your body to "go" so you're not walking around with extra pounds of garbage in your system. One food that's high in fiber is oatmeal. As long as you stay away from the sugared versions of it oatmeal will be your first step to a tighter tummy.

Speaking of being good to go, we need to talk about the bathroom. Getting waste out of your body is just as critical to weight loss as what you put into your body. If you aren't going on a regular basis you are storing that waste inside if you. It can poison your system and make you feel sluggish. It also contributes to your weight. You should set aside time everyday for this personal act. No need to force it; relax.

Eating right is fine and dandy. Over time it will significantly change your appearance. Still, we like immediate results, don't we? Knowing we're going to look good later is not always enough motivation to keep us going. Not when there are chocolate-chip muffins out there (don't go get one!). Instead improve your posture; this will help your stomach look flatter.

We've all seen it: a big girl tries to squeeze herself into a pair of hip jeans and only draws attention to the fact that she doesn't fit in them. We all whisper behind our hands and wonder "Why doesn't someone help her?" Well, don't be that girl... Yeah, we're talking to you. You might not be able to redo your entire wardrobe but at the very least, dress for your body type. Keep in mind that if you can't breathe in something you're wearing then your curves probably can't either. They'll want out and that's not pretty.

Another great and almost effortless way to have an effect on your tummy is to watch what you drink. You know soft drinks are empty calories and juices can be more sugar than juice. Get rid of that junk and substitute it for good old, water. If you don't like water try herbal teas.

Thoughts of going to the gym, and working out in front of all of those ridiculously buff people, used to make me wake up in a cold sweat. You won't achieve fat burning quite as quickly but just a thirty minute daily walk can get your metabolism working for you. It's not the gym but at least you won't have to be sore! Win-win!

It's hard to keep your fighting spirit when you've been kicked in the gut by lying diets and empty promises about "how to lose belly fat." The fact of the matter is we don't really NEED magic diets or those little electroshock abdominal pads. All we really need is to improve our habits and stick with making healthy choices. We can achieve fat burning, and finally nip this belly fat in the bud!