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Want to lose belly fat fast... without starving yourself?

Here’s how to do it the right way:

1/ Stop doing hours of unnecessary cardio... 🧵 (THREAD)
Most people are stuck in a cycle of overtraining and under-eating.

But belly fat is a hormonal problem, not a willpower issue.

To lose it, you have to lower insulin.
This beginner-friendly strategy combines:

• A modified ketogenic diet
• Intermittent fasting
• Nutrient-rich whole foods

It balances blood sugar, supports metabolism, and makes fat loss sustainable.

Here’s how to put it into practice:
2/ Start each meal with a large salad.

This fills you up and delivers potassium, which supports fat burning and reduces cravings.

Use olive oil and vinegar as a dressing. Image
3/ Focus on protein.

Prioritize high-quality sources like eggs, meat, or fish.

Protein triggers satiety, supports lean muscle, and has a minimal effect on insulin.
4/ Don’t cut fat. Choose the right kind.

Fat helps you stay full and slows the absorption of sugar into the bloodstream.

Use sources like grass-fed butter, egg yolks, fatty fish, olives, and avocado oil.
5/ Focus on nutrient density.

When your body lacks key vitamins or minerals, it triggers more hunger, even if you’ve eaten enough calories.

That’s why eating junk food often leads to overeating.
6/ You should never feel deprived.

Eat enough to feel satisfied, especially in the beginning.

As your metabolism improves, your hunger will naturally decrease.
7/ The real breakthrough comes from intermittent fasting.

Start by eating two meals per day, no snacks.

This allows insulin to drop and fat burning to begin.
Your goal is to gradually extend the time between meals.

When insulin stays low, your body taps into fat stores for energy, especially around the belly.

That’s how you lose weight without constant hunger.
Here’s a recap of the core strategy:

• Start each meal with a large salad
• Prioritize protein and healthy fats
• Avoid refined carbs and sugars
• Eat nutrient-dense, whole foods
• Practice intermittent fasting (2 meals, no snacks)
• Stay consistent, results take time
You don’t need to starve yourself or spend hours doing cardio.

Fix your hormones first, and your metabolism will take care of the rest.

For step-by-step guidance on how to lose belly fat the right way, watch this video:
A bit about me:

I’m the creator of Healthy Keto® and Intermittent Fasting protocols, helping over 100M people make healthier choices.

Follow me @dr_ericberg for more evidence-based insights to improve your health and longevity.
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Here are the signs you should never ignore…
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Here are 8 simple ways to fix your sleep naturally.

Let’s start with one of the most overlooked:
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Avoid snacks and refined carbs at night. Image
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For years, we were told:
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That was wrong.

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This kind of data cannot prove causation.
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Here’s what’s really going on: 🧵
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Many Indian men (and increasingly women) have pot bellies.

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For water to enter and remain inside your cells, it needs electrolytes, key minerals like sodium, potassium, and magnesium.

Without these, water can’t move properly into your cells, and true hydration doesn’t occur.
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