Reducing A Double Chin And Shaping Your Neck

A double chin is the build-up of fatty tissue under the chin. This can cause a very annoying aesthetic problem to the person who suffers from it. As with any other area of ​​the body where fat tends to accumulate, a double chin can occur in both men and women, especially during adulthood. How do you reduce a double chin?

Why does a double chin appear? This localized area of ​​fat is often caused by obesity or overweight, bad habits such as a sedentary lifestyle, smoking and poor diet, genetics or hormonal changes with age.

When a person reaches the age of 28 to 30, the hormone levels are relatively lower than in previous years. After the age of 30 and with the passage of time, hormonal factors associated with fat begin to change. As a result, this starts to cause annoying problems in both men and women.

This is the time when most people experience problems associated with localized areas of fat. This applies not only to the chin, but also to other parts of the body, such as the abdomen, thighs, back or buttocks.

How can you prevent or reduce the appearance of a double chin?

Like any other area of ​​localized fat, the double chin is a tricky area to target. It will take special effort to get rid of that excess fat.

Many individuals who are overweight or obese lose a lot of pounds by following a balanced diet and exercising, but they may forget to target the chin area, resulting in an area that is not as slim as the rest of their body. body. What can you do to prevent and reduce the appearance of a double chin?

Fight fluid retention

The excess consumption of alcohol, sugars and salt is linked to the annoying appearance of a drooping chin. These agents not only increase the amount of fatty tissue in the body, but can also cause fluid retention, making areas of the body (including the face) appear more swollen.

It is important to avoid excess consumption of these substances and to drink more water to stay hydrated. Ironically, a body that is dehydrated retains more moisture and other harmful substances.

Fight food allergies

People who have an intolerance or allergy to certain foods, such as gluten sensitivity or irritable bowel syndrome, are more likely to have a double chin in the future.

If your stomach is inflamed or the stomach is distended, this is a sign that something is wrong with your digestive system, which can eventually affect the formation of a double chin.

According to the International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders, the cause of the inflammation is not clear. Gases that build up in the gut seem to be related to these intolerances.

Exercises to reduce a double chin

In addition to considering the above recommendations, there is an effective way to reduce a double chin. You achieve this with an exercise routine that helps you remove fat around the neck and under the chin. These exercises are an ideal alternative to extreme methods (such as surgery). It can also help prevent the double chin from returning. 

• To begin, tilt your head to one side and hold that position. Touch the roof of your mouth at the same time as the tip of your tongue. Repeat this ten to fifteen times. Then lean your head to the other side and repeat the exercise.
• Lie on your back and relax the muscles of your face. Then try  to bend your head until your chin almost touches your chest. Do this ten times and gradually increase the number of repetitions to fifty.

• For the last exercise of this simple routine, sit in a chair with your back firmly against the backrest. Tilt your head back so that you are looking at the ceiling. While holding this position, try to stretch your head forward, just as if you were kissing the ceiling. Do this several times and then relax.

Conclusion

To achieve the best results, it is important that you are consistent with these exercises and have patience. You may not see immediate results, but with persistence you will reach your goal.

However, if your double chin is very large, you may want to contact a specialist to explore other alternatives, such as surgery.