Belly Flap Blues...

[jmarie_isme 2]

I have lost 110lbs... I am 50 lbs from my goal so I am not ready for a tummy tuck...yet. But my issue has been... nothing I do has reduced the density of my belly fat. I would be happy to see loose skin at this point. To fit a pair of pants properly, I have to buy a size bigger than what works for my legs =(. In itself not a problem, beside looking like a diaper. Lol. So dresses are best right now.

Does anyone have suggestions for how to reduce the dreaded belly flap?

[NewLife'sGr8 241]

Lower your cortisol level & stress

[jmarie_isme 2]

Thank you. .. I will look I to lowering cortisol. .. tips are appreciated =).

[NewLife'sGr8 241]

Reducing stress (exercise, meditation, breathing exercises) lowers cortisol

Easier said than done, right?

I need to do more of these, myself

I also heard there's a new med that reduces cortisol.

cortisol is the biggest factor for piling on / maintaining belly fat.

Def. check with your healthcare team for ideas, suggestions, regarding the cause as well

[jmarie_isme 2]

Thanks!

[Momma_D 47]

My apron..belly flap..is worse after losing 50 lbs in the two months after my surgery... I know I need to find a girdle or something... this sucks..my surgeon said most insurance makes patients wait two years after surgery before they'll pay...

[jmarie_isme 2]

Yes momma_d... my insurance has a 1 year requirement. I've got myself a decent girdle but... that makes it harder to tolerate some foods as my guts are getting squished. =/ It's just time to say good bye to this not so lovely handle.

[Momma_D 47]

Ill have to wait...i see girdle shopping in my future