Stubborn Fat

IN Colgate, WI

What Is Stubborn Fat?

Stubborn fat refers to pockets of fat that remain despite efforts to lose weight through diet and exercise. Common areas where stubborn fat accumulates include the abdomen, thighs, love handles, arms, and chin. This type of fat is often influenced by factors such as genetics, hormones, and age, making it resistant to traditional weight loss methods. While stubborn fat is not harmful, it can be frustrating for individuals seeking a more contoured body shape. Advanced noninvasive treatments, such as laser fat reduction, cryolipolysis, and radiofrequency, can help target and eliminate stubborn fat cells, enhancing body contours and improving overall shape.

What Causes Stubborn Fat?

Genetics: A genetic predisposition can determine where the body stores fat, making certain areas, like the abdomen and thighs, more prone to holding onto stubborn fat regardless of weight loss efforts.

Hormonal Changes: Hormones, especially those related to stress, metabolism, and aging, can affect how the body stores and breaks down fat, contributing to the persistence of fat in certain areas.

Age: As we age, metabolism slows down, and the body tends to store more fat in specific areas, making it increasingly difficult to lose fat through diet and exercise alone.

Diet and Lifestyle: Poor dietary habits, lack of physical activity, and a sedentary lifestyle can lead to the accumulation of stubborn fat, particularly in areas like the waist and hips.

Stress: High-stress levels can increase the production of cortisol, a hormone that promotes fat storage, especially around the midsection, making it more difficult to lose fat through conventional methods.

CORRECTIVE TREATMENTS FOR Stubborn Fat

CoolSculpting

CoolSculpting uses cryolipolysis to freeze and eliminate stubborn fat cells in targeted areas, offering a noninvasive solution for body contouring.

Morpheus8

Morpheus8 enhances body contouring by tightening skin and improving the appearance of fat-prone areas through deep radiofrequency energy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can stubborn fat be eliminated without surgery?

Yes, noninvasive treatments like laser fat reduction, cryolipolysis (fat freezing), and radiofrequency can effectively target and reduce stubborn fat without the need for surgery or downtime.

How many sessions are needed to see results?

The number of sessions varies depending on the treatment method and the area being targeted, but most individuals start seeing results after one to three sessions, with continued improvements over time.

Is stubborn fat reduction permanent?

Fat cells removed during noninvasive treatments do not return; however, maintaining a healthy diet and lifestyle is crucial to prevent new fat accumulation in other areas of the body.

Are non-surgical fat reduction treatments painful?

Most non-surgical fat reduction treatments are well-tolerated, with sensations ranging from mild cooling or warmth to slight pressure; our practitioners ensure your comfort throughout the procedure.

Can stubborn fat treatments replace diet and exercise?

No, these treatments are designed to complement a healthy lifestyle by targeting areas resistant to diet and exercise, helping you achieve a more contoured shape, but they are not a weight-loss solution.