Podcast Episode 130: Conquering Belly Fat: Insights and Strategies for Optimal Health

Belly fat can be frustrating for so many people, but the struggle really comes from not understanding what it is and how to combat it. When we educate ourselves on the differences between good and bad fats and how to eat for optimal health, it can make a huge impact.

In this podcast episode, Dr. Holly Carling uncovers the topic of belly fat. She shares the different types of belly fat, its implications on health, and methods to effectively address it. From discussing the distinction between subcutaneous and visceral fat to exploring the significance of brown fat versus white fat, she provides valuable insights and practical solutions to understanding and managing belly fat.

What’s in this episode:

  • Introduction to belly fat and its types: subcutaneous and visceral fat.
  • Differentiating between white fat and brown fat
  • Factors contributing to the accumulation of white fat
  • Strategies to combat belly fat
  • The importance of consuming the right types of fats 
Dr. Holly Carling

Dr. Holly Carling

Dr. Holly Carling is a Doctor of Oriental Medicine, Licensed Acupuncturist, Doctor of Naturopathy, Clinical Nutritionist and Master Herbologist with nearly four decades of experience. Dr. Carling is a “Health Detective,” she looks beyond your symptom picture and investigates WHY you are experiencing your symptoms in the first place. Dr. Carling considers herself a “professional student” – she has attended more than 600 post-secondary education courses related to health and healing. Dr. Carling gives lectures here in the U.S. and internationally and has been noted as the “Doctor’s Doctor”. When other healthcare practitioners hit a roadblock when treating their patients nutritionally, Dr. Carling is who they call. Dr. Carling is currently accepting new patients and offers natural health care services and whole food nutritional supplements in her Coeur d’ Alene clinic.

Medical/Health Disclaimer:

The information provided in this article or podcast should not be construed as personal medical advice or instruction. No action should be taken based solely on the contents of this article or podcast. Readers/listeners should consult appropriate health professionals on any matter relating to their health and well-being. The information and opinions provided here are believed to be accurate and sound, based on the best judgment available to the author, but readers/listeners who fail to consult appropriate health authorities assume the risk of any injuries.

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