Trying to Lose Weight in Your Face?
This should go without saying, but sometimes it needs repeating: You are amazing the way you are. That said, if you want to change something about the way you look, whether it’s your hair color or number on the scale, as long as it’s healthy, that’s a personal choice. If you’ve found yourself Googling, “how to lose weight in your face,” you’ve come to the right place. It’s important to address this upfront: It’s not possible to lose weight from specific areas of your body. You typically lose weight all over—not just from your hips, thighs, butt, or face.
“Targeting fat in your face and cheeks? Unfortunately, it’s as possible as finding a unicorn at your local deli,” says Gina Keatley, CDN, co-owner of Keatley Medical Nutrition Therapy. “Spot reduction is a myth, but overall weight loss can help slim your face.”
Everyone gains weight differently based on genetics, adds Albert Matheny, RD, CSCS, co-founder of SoHo Strength Lab. “The fullness in your face is going to depend on your overall body fat percentage—there’s no way to specifically target it. If it’s higher, your cheeks will be larger.”
Excerpted from Women’s Health
