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Fat Loss vs. Weight Loss: Two Very Different Things

When you hear terms like “fat loss” and “weight loss,” they probably sound like the same thing. Because we so often associate losing fat with losing pounds, it seems to make sense that they would have a similar connotation. But is fat loss the same as weight loss? In truth, there are major differences between fat loss and weight loss that are important to understand if you plan to undergo a fat shrinking treatment or implement a special diet into your routine.

Understanding the Difference

Fat loss and weight loss can be interconnected, but they are two separate concepts. Here’s what they mean and how they work:

  • Fat Loss: The shrinking of your body’s fat cells. Fat loss results in the reduction of bulges on your body — for instance, your hips, waist or chin. Its most noticeable quality is the ability to change the shape of your body.
  • Weight Loss: The reduction of body mass. This can be due to a lower level of fluid, muscle mass or fat in the body. Rather than having a major impact on your body’s shape, weight loss simply indicates a drop in pounds.

While losing fat reduces your body’s fat deposits, weight loss can be caused by a number of things. A person’s weight often has just as much to do with their overall size and muscle mass as the size of their fat cells — and weight loss may be healthy or unhealthy depending on the circumstances.

Can Fat Loss Lead to Weight Loss?

If you lose enough fat, you could start to lose weight. You actually have a specific, unchangeable number of fat cells in your body that you need to maintain health. However, poor eating and exercising habits can cause these fat cells to expand and take up more space in your body, leading to weight gain.

By shrinking your fat cells, you may be able to both reshape certain parts of your body and drop unwanted pounds. It’s important to remember, though, that losing too much fat could be more harmful than helpful. That’s why finding the right fat loss treatment for you includes finding a procedure that will shrink fat cells without killing them.

Can Fat Loss Be Maintained?

Keeping your fat cells at a healthy size is possible with the help of a balanced diet and regular exercise. While weight loss can sometimes indicate the presence of poor daily habits, meeting your diet and physical activity needs can facilitate healthy fat loss.

For example, after you’ve had fat loss treatments, you can work with your doctor or nutritionist to establish a routine that will allow you to keep your fat cells under control. In addition, a nutritious diet and the appropriate exercise routine may help you maintain a healthy weight.

Contact Zerona for More Information

The Zerona treatment plan is non-invasive and allows you to shrink fat cells without harming them. That way, you can lose stubborn inches and keep your health in top shape. This may be an invaluable companion to your diet and exercise routines, so contact us today to find out if Zerona is right for you!

Last Updated on August 23, 2021 by zerona

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