Know the causes of flaccidity in the belly and what are the treatments

There are several reasons that cause sagging in the belly and this can cause insecurity in some women. To talk about the topic, the dermatofunctional physiotherapist Priscila Afonso Chavez Dias commented a little on the main causes of sagging and what are the best treatments. Check out!

Know the causes of flaccidity in the belly to be aware

According to Priscila, there are “two types of sagging: tissue, which is the sagging of the skin; and muscle”. They can be caused by several factors, such as:

• Age: according to Priscila, at the age of 23 the body reaches physiological maturity, because of this, “we lose our skin’s natural hyaluronic acid, type 2 collagen, which ends up causing sagging due to aging”;
• Genetics: according to Priscila, “besides age, another factor for sagging is genetics”. If in your family it is common to have people with a flabby belly, this may be an indication;
• Dehydration: Priscila explains that “the skin is the largest organ in the human body, but it is the last to receive water”. That is, when ingesting little water, the “brain will give preference to vital organs and the skin ends up lacking this hydration”;
• Harmful habits: habits such as “lack of use of sunscreen, consumption of alcoholic beverages, cigarettes and poor diet” are also factors that contribute to the loss of collagen;
• Weight changes and pregnancy: in both cases, sagging ends up occurring due to reduced skin tone or due to diastasis.

Priscila also commented that “those who are marathon runners and run for a long time are also prone to sagging, because lactic acid and cytosis contribute to the increase in sagging”. If this bothers you, learn about the treatments for sagging.

5 best treatments for sagging belly that can help you

Despite being a completely normal body condition, many women can feel uncomfortable. If this is your case, here are some treatments recommended by the specialist:

1. Cryofrequency

Priscila explains that “it is an aesthetic treatment that combines radiofrequency with cold”. One of the effects of this technique is “the destruction of fat cells, as well as the stimulation of collagen and elastin production”.

2. Radiofrequency

Radiofrequency has the same action and operation as cryofrequency, its main difference is that the cryofrequency tip is cooled.

3. Mesotherapy

Mesotherapy is a “minimally invasive procedure, done through injections of vitamins and enzymes in the fat tissue layer” that helps in the control of localized fat.

4. Collagen Biostimulators

According to the physical therapist, collagen biostimulators are “products that help and stimulate the production of collagen in the skin, applied to certain layers of the skin to help restore volume and reduce sagging”.

5. PDO wires

Another treatment indicated by Priscila is the PDO threads, which “also help in the biostimulation of collagen and help in the repositioning of the tissue”.

It is important to emphasize that before adopting any treatment, it is interesting to seek a specialist, as he will adhere to the best treatment plan for your needs.

Tips to prevent and reduce flabby belly at home

In addition to treatments, it is also possible to change some habits in your daily life to improve the health of your body. Look:

• Invest in a healthy diet: according to Priscila, “it is important to invest in a diet that contains “protein, amino acids and foods with plenty of organic silicon”. These compounds are “rich in minerals, vitamins B6, B3, omega 3 and help with muscle matter”;
• Avoid gluten and lactose: the physical therapist also says that it is interesting to avoid gluten and lactose, as “they are very inflammatory foods”;
• Hydrate yourself: as stated earlier, drinking plenty of water makes a difference to your body;
• Exercise regularly: especially in cases of muscle flaccidity, Priscila recommends physical activity to “reduce flaccidity and increase muscle tone”;
• Avoid harmful habits: finally, “avoid smoking and alcoholism” is also indicated.

So, what do you think about putting these tips into practice? In addition to helping to prevent and reduce belly flaccidity, they are also essential for having a healthy lifestyle!

Exercises to do at home

If your flaccidity has muscle origin, exercises are great allies. So, here are some exercises that can help you:

Exercises to tone the belly

In the video, Carol Borba talks a little about abdominal sagging and gives some tips on other care you can have. Then she teaches a series of exercises that can be performed at home and without equipment.

4 minute abs workout

In this video, Raquel Quartiero shows a 4-minute workout that can be performed at home to burn localized fat and help reduce sagging. The exercises are simple and do not rely on equipment.

Tension exercises to tone the belly

In this video, Amanda teaches a series of tension exercises aimed at the belly region. Another exercise that can be combined with the other videos.

Workout to tone and burn belly fat.

Here you learn a hiit workout aimed at burning fat and toning the muscles of the arms, legs and especially the belly. In addition to helping your belly, you can enjoy and tone your entire body.

Finally, it is important to understand that taking care of the body is much more than seeking to achieve an aesthetic standard. So, learn more about the body positive movement and free yourself from these demands that society imposes.