• Heart disease
• Type 2 diabetes
• High blood pressure
• High cholesterol
• Respiratory illness
• Obesity

Despite their best efforts in eating a healthy diet and incorporating exercise, many people find that stubborn abdominal fat is the most difficult to eliminate. Non-invasive fat removal through surgery, injections, cryotherapy, and other methods offers a permanent solution to removing belly fat that will not budge.

Indirect and direct causes of excess fat buildup in the stomach include:

• Poor diet: a high-calorie diet that lacks nutrition can lead to excess visceral fat in the body. This includes sugary drinks, fatty processed foods, baked goods, refined carbohydrates, alcohol, and fried foods. 
• Stress and lack of sleep: not getting enough sleep has been linked to a larger waistline, as well as poor management of stress. 
• Lack of regular exercise: not getting enough cardiovascular exercise, such as running and walking, along with strength exercises, such as yoga and weightlifting, can lead to the development of stubborn fat in the belly.
• Medical conditions: certain hormonal and medical conditions such as Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), menopause, and insulin resistance can cause belly fat, and make it more difficult for people with these conditions to get rid of it naturally. 
• Age: as we get older, the body deposits more excess fat around the organs compared to under the skin. This is why it is more difficult to lose fat in our later years and easier to pack on the kilos. We also lose muscle mass, which makes excess fat more noticeable. 

• An excess layer of fat around the stomach that does not go away after regular exercise and dietary changes.
• A waist circumference of 80 cm or higher for women, 90 cm or higher for men.

If you notice any of the symptoms mentioned above, make an appointment with Artisan Wellness for an accurate diagnosis and bespoke treatment plan.

It is also a cosmetic concern for many that can lead to poor self-confidence. It can also lead to mental health issues such as anxiety and depression. 

In Singapore, anyone who consumes a diet that is high in refined carbohydrates, processed foods, sugar, and fried foods while being low in monounsaturated fats, fruits, and vegetables, may be at risk of stubborn abdominal fat. Those who are obese or have certain conditions such as PCOS or insulin resistance are also at risk.

Visceral fat can be confirmed through imaging tests such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), although it is usually not required.

At Artisan Wellness, we offer the following non-invasive treatment methods for stubborn fat:

• CFU Èlife: CFU Èlife is a treatment that uses focused ultrasound technology which can be safely applied to a variety of body parts, including the arms, thighs, buttocks, abdomen, and knees. This method damages fat cells, allowing the lymphatic drainage and vascular system to disperse their contents through the body.
• StimSure®: StimSure®, a non-invasive muscle-building and toning technology from Cynosure, this body sculpting treatment combines TempSure skin tightening treatments with SculpSure technology for fat destruction. The result is a smaller waistline, tighter skin, and toned muscles.
• SculpSure: SculpSure is a non-invasive method that uses lasers to reduce a significant amount of stubborn fat in the stomach. It utilises lipolysis to target and permanently kill fat cells.

Make an appointment with Artisan Wellness today to explore treatment options for stubborn abdominal fat today.