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Can you please tell me why it'sthat alcohol causes an accumulation of fat in the abdomen?
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Calories: Alcohol contains many unwanted calories. After metabolism these are storred as fat. Alcohol blocks ability of body to access fat reserves thus muscle is metabolised rather than fat. Makes it easier to indulge in irresponsible indulgence of snacks. Can increase production of cortisol, hormone that breaks down muscle & retains fat.
Answered 12/31/2014
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