Dealing with excess body flab of any kind can be an incredibly frustrating, challenging experience.

(Not to mention, abdominal fat is associated with many health risks.)

Now, you may be wondering how these “rolls” got there in the first place.

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You’re sitting all day long.

“Also, sitting can make the creases and folds in your belly fat worse and more unflattering.”

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2.

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You’re practicing “distracted eating.”

You’re rationalizing your poor eating habits.

Making excuses for your poor eating habits will only set you backand add to your belly rolls.

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4.

You’re eating junk food.

Sure, potato chips, chocolate chip cookies, candy, fast food, and soda may taste good.

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You’re not getting enough sleep.

Poor sleep is linked to fat gainespecially around your midsection," Yeung explains.