{"id":9010,"date":"2020-09-03T19:27:47","date_gmt":"2020-09-03T19:27:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=9010"},"modified":"2025-10-23T10:38:11","modified_gmt":"2025-10-23T10:38:11","slug":"how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-lines","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-lines\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get Rid of Stomach Lines: Say Goodbye to Pesky Belly Creases"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-lines\/#The_Why_and_How_to_Get_Rid_of_Stomach_Lines\" >The Why and How to Get Rid of Stomach Lines<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-lines\/#What_Are_Stomach_Creases\" >What Are Stomach Creases?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-lines\/#What_Causes_Horizontal_Lines_on_the_Stomach\" >What Causes Horizontal Lines on the Stomach?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-lines\/#DietingExtreme_Weight_Loss\" >Dieting\/Extreme Weight Loss<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-lines\/#Poor_Posture\" >Poor Posture<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-lines\/#Excess_Fat\" >Excess Fat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-lines\/#Increased_cholesterol_levels\" >Increased cholesterol levels\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-lines\/#How_to_Measure_Visceral_Fat_for_Stomach_Line_Prevention\" >How to Measure Visceral Fat for Stomach Line Prevention<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-lines\/#Hip-to-waist_ratio\" >Hip-to-waist ratio\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-lines\/#Waist_size\" >Waist size<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-lines\/#BMI_Body_Mass_Index\" >BMI (Body Mass Index)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-lines\/#Imaging_tests\" >Imaging tests<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-lines\/#How_to_Get_Rid_of_Stomach_Lines\" >How to Get Rid of Stomach Lines<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-lines\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-lines\/#How_can_I_hide_my_belly_line\" >How can I hide my belly line?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-lines\/#Why_do_I_have_ab_lines_but_no_abs\" >Why do I have ab lines but no abs?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-lines\/#Why_do_I_have_stripes_on_my_stomach\" >Why do I have stripes on my stomach?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-lines\/#Are_stomach_lines_genetic\" >Are stomach lines genetic?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-stomach-lines\/#The_Bottom_Lines\" >The Bottom Lines<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Why_and_How_to_Get_Rid_of_Stomach_Lines\"><\/span><b>The Why and How to Get Rid of Stomach Lines<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many of you will be aware of the skin folds on your belly when you sit down or bend over. Some may believe that those skin folds are unattractive, but this is a natural part of your body. Having stomach creases could potentially make you feel self-conscious and more careful in choosing what to wear, as some types of clothes tend to highlight the folds. One common example of this comes with how some people prefer to avoid wearing tight clothes. However, it\u2019s apparent that having stomach cellulite can shatter your confidence and mental well-being, which can bring harm to your physical health.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=How_To_Get_Rid_Of_Stomach_Lines\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s not only a matter of personal thoughts on attractiveness: stomach lines could indicate other potential issues with your overall health. As a consequence, it\u2019s recommended to approach stomach lines as something that could improve over time. Even the most fit or skinny person you know will still have stomach creases &#8211; it\u2019s a natural part of the human body. However, if you\u2019re among those who feel your stomach creases are so large that they make you feel uncomfortable, we\u2019ll discuss ways to reduce overall body fat that can lead to a reduction in the thickness or size of belly creases over time below.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Stomach_Creases\"><\/span><b>What Are Stomach Creases?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stomach creases are horizontal fat folds on the stomach that every human gets as they sit down. Usually, stomach creases appear more in overweight people, but they aren\u2019t uncommon among people with normal weight. In this case, the cellulite on your skin may become slightly visible when you sit down or lean over.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=How_To_Get_Rid_Of_Stomach_Lines\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Cover-7.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Causes_Horizontal_Lines_on_the_Stomach\"><\/span><b>What Causes Horizontal Lines on the Stomach?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are numerous reasons for the rolls on your belly, and some of them are quite unexpected. This can include dieting or weight loss, poor posture, or excess fat. Let\u2019s look at each of these reasons more closely.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DietingExtreme_Weight_Loss\"><\/span><b>Dieting\/Extreme Weight Loss<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can get stomach creases simply due to dieting and drastic weight loss. Indeed, after shedding a considerable number of pounds, your skin becomes loose. This causes the skin to stretch, which prevents it from immediately going back to its original elasticity before the weight gain occurred. When you\u2019re young, your skin is elastic, and can quickly reduce in size and firm or tighten up. As you grow older or gain an excessive amount of weight, it becomes challenging to manage your excess skin and tighten it again. This can be one of the contributors to the horizontal lines on your stomach (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/what-you-can-do-about-belly-fat-rolls-4114195\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/excess-skin-after-weight-loss-3496273#:~:text=If%20you%20lose%20a%20considerable,loose%20skin%20you%20will%20have.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>BetterMe will keep you laser-focused on your weight loss journey! Nutrient-packed meal plans, fat-blasting workouts, galvanizing challenges and much more. <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=How_To_Get_Rid_Of_Stomach_Lines\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Try using the app<\/a> and see for yourself!<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Poor_Posture\"><\/span><b>Poor Posture<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Due to poor posture, you can get belly creases, even in a standing position. By holding a nice posture, you can make your stomach lines less visible and make your torso look more attractive (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/what-you-can-do-about-belly-fat-rolls-4114195\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Excess_Fat\"><\/span><b>Excess Fat<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most common and obvious reason for fat rolls on the stomach is excess fat in the area, which is usually accompanied by being overweight. The excess of belly fat, which is also known as visceral fat, can induce visceral obesity with a number of health problems ensuing, including (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/staying-healthy\/abdominal-fat-and-what-to-do-about-it#:~:text=Visceral%20fat%20has%20been%20linked,the%20need%20for%20gallbladder%20surgery.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/what-is-visceral-fat#1-2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Increased_cholesterol_levels\"><\/span><b>Increased cholesterol levels\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visceral fat is located close to the portal vein, which transports blood from the intestines to the liver.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heart conditions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Type 2 diabetes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased chance of stroke<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alzheimer\u2019s<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High blood pressure<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Narrow vessels, leading to high blood pressure and ensuing problems<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Therefore, it\u2019s crucial to control your visceral fat and keep it within the normal boundaries to prevent severe health problems.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/waist-training-workout\/\">Waist Training Workout To Trim Off Excess Inches<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=How_To_Get_Rid_Of_Stomach_Lines\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/two-photos-collage-1920x1200-2-1.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Measure_Visceral_Fat_for_Stomach_Line_Prevention\"><\/span><b>How to Measure Visceral Fat for Stomach Line Prevention<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is strongly recommended that you measure the amount of visceral fat in your body to avoid diseases linked to obesity. Here\u2019s how you can do it:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hip-to-waist_ratio\"><\/span><b>Hip-to-waist ratio<\/b><b>\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This formula is rather simple, but due to its simplicity, it doesn\u2019t tell the entire story of your body fat percentage or overall health. You must first measure your waist and hip sizes accurately enough to further determine the amount of visceral fat in your body. Knowing this, you can identify one of the causes of your stomach creases. In addition, this could guide you to find the right strategy that will help you get rid of the fat in your entire body. To gauge your waist circumference, you\u2019ll need to wrap a measuring tape around your stomach, so it crosses the belly button. The tape measure should only rest on your skin rather than lying tightly on it. Gently inhale and on your exhalation take the measure (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/waist-to-hip-ratio-and-examples-3496140\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After doing this, you can proceed to gauging your hip size. Stand tall with your feet directly underneath your hips and wrap the measuring tape around the widest part of your hips. Then take the measurement (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/waist-to-hip-ratio-and-examples-3496140\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After completing these two steps, apply the measures to the simple formula: divide your waist circumference by your hip size (waist circumference\/hip size).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Waist_size\"><\/span><b>Waist size<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This method is even easier than the previous one as it hardly requires any mathematical calculations. However, you should remember that ease of measurement does not mean that this measurement is an accurate indicator of your overall fitness. Our bodies come in all different shapes and sizes &#8211; some have bigger hips, waists, or torsos. This can be due to genetics and not necessarily due to being overweight. For this, all you need to do is to take the measurement of your waist and based on that conclude whether the visceral fat is the primary cause of your stomach fold lines. If you\u2019re a woman and your waist size is over 35 inches, this could be a sign that you have excess visceral fat. The same goes for men with a waist size of over 45 inches. However, the waist size method is definitely not foolproof as it is quite general. In fact, it doesn\u2019t take your height into account, which is a decisive factor in determining whether or not your waist size is normal for you (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/what-is-visceral-fat#1-2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Also, let\u2019s circle back to the genetics portion of this. Waist and hip sizes can vary drastically from person to person and aren\u2019t the most accurate way to indicate whether you\u2019re overweight or obese.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=How_To_Get_Rid_Of_Stomach_Lines\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/image-1.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"BMI_Body_Mass_Index\"><\/span><b>BMI (Body Mass Index)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arguably the most famous method to determine whether or not your weight is perfect for you, BMI takes your height and weight into consideration, which makes it look like a credible tool at first glance. The formula is the same for women and men. If your BMI is less than 18.5, you are considered to be underweight, while if it exceeds 25, you\u2019re likely to be overweight. Therefore, a BMI of between 18.5 and 24.9 is deemed normal (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhlbi.nih.gov\/health\/educational\/lose_wt\/BMI\/bmi-m.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/what-is-visceral-fat#1-2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). However, BMI isn\u2019t that relevant considering it doesn\u2019t distinguish between fat and muscle mass (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/features\/bmi-drawbacks-and-other-measurements#1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). As a consequence, the index can easily confuse obesity with great muscle mass, showing implausible results, which could throw you into panic for no reason. For example, any elite bodybuilder will have an \u201cobese\u201d BMI. These are athletes who are in their peak physical shape and are by no means obese. Sure, they may be overweight for their size but this is due to their massive amount of muscle rather than excessive body fat.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Imaging_tests\"><\/span><b>Imaging tests<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is the most expensive and most accurate method on this list. What imaging tests do is show the exact amount of visceral fat in your body. Tests such as CT (computed tomography) and MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) can also identify how much visceral fat you have in your body (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/what-is-visceral-fat#1-2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Unlike the other methods listed, this will take a look at the inside of your body rather than using a calculation to categorize you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Get_Rid_of_Stomach_Lines\"><\/span><b>How to Get Rid of Stomach Lines<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019ve started noticing creases on your <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/3-best-exercises-to-lose-belly-fat-after-50-woman\/\">belly<\/a>, you may have already started worrying about how these make you look. Large stomach fold lines usually point out the presence of visceral fat in your body, which depending on the amount can be unhealthy. Having stomach lines can make people feel restricted in their daily activities, clothes choices, etc. Furthermore, visceral fat can entail health problems, which range in severity from insignificant to potentially deadly. Due to the insecurities visceral fat provides, you may want to find the right strategy for getting rid of overall body fat, which could decrease the appearance of stomach crease lines over time. Here are a few ways to help\u00a0 you achieve your body fat loss goal:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cut down on your caloric intake<\/b><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reducing your caloric intake doesn\u2019t necessarily mean that you have to eat a small amount of food daily. Sure, eating smaller portion sizes of the foods that you love to eat could be a big contributor in reducing your total calories consumed for the day, but there are other methods you can use too. Simply changing up your meals and picking foods that are healthy, nutritious, and filling can lead to you reaching your calorie goals without feeling as if you\u2019re starving yourself.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One big thing to focus on is finding the amount of calories that you\u2019re burning each day and figuring out the total calories you need to consume daily in order to keep your body functioning properly. There are many ways to calculate\u00a0 how many calories you need to consume in a day, but the major one is finding your BMR. This is your basal metabolic rate and is the amount of calories your body burns in order to keep itself alive.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=How_To_Get_Rid_Of_Stomach_Lines\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/oatmeal-2-1.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To further this point, you can start to calculate the calories in each dish you eat and think about which foods you can substitute with low-calorie variants. Foods that are low in calories are usually high in water and fiber (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/healthyweight\/healthy_eating\/cutting_calories.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In general, you\u2019re recommended to reduce your daily calorie intake by 500 calories to lose 1 pound a week (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livestrong.com\/article\/535950-how-to-get-rid-of-belly-creases\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). This is called being in a <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/why-am-i-not-losing-weight-in-a-calorie-deficit\/\">calorie deficit<\/a>, which means that you\u2019re burning more calories than you\u2019re consuming each day. You could get into this deficit by eating fewer calories daily or you could even increase your daily movement to increase your total calories burned in the day. Finding the sweet spot between your BMR, calories consumed, and calories burned is the best way to see long-lasting results. Research has shown that healthy weight loss occurs when you\u2019re burning 1-2 pounds weekly (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/weight-loss\/in-depth\/weight-loss\/art-20047752#:~:text=But%20do%20you%20really%20know,diet%20and%20regular%20physical%20activity.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Work out<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exercising is a must-do for those who intend to get rid of overall body fat. To achieve a successful result, you should engage in moderate-intensity training for about half an hour every day. You can practice brisk walking or jogging. To burn your visceral fat even faster, it\u2019s recommended to do cardio and strength workouts (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/staying-healthy\/taking-aim-at-belly-fat\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overall, to get rid of belly fat, you\u2019ll need to lose fat throughout your entire body. It\u2019s not possible to target fat loss on a specific area of your body and belly fat loss comes from overall fat loss. However, in order to see fat loss, you should find the form of exercise that you can do consistently and with the correct form. Something like <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/hiit-workouts-for-women\/\">HIIT<\/a>, which stands for high-intensity interval training, is believed to be one of the most challenging yet effective types of cardio training. During a HIIT workout, you\u2019ll have to alternate between periods of intense training and rest. Typically, the ratio ranges from 1:1 to 1:4 or even more, depending on the level of your physical fitness.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>BetterMe is your fast-track ticket to long-lasting weight loss! Tailor your fitness journey and <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=How_To_Get_Rid_Of_Stomach_Lines\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">maximize your results<\/a> with just a couple of swipes!<br \/>\n<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, in the 1:1 ratio, the time of both work and rest can be 30 seconds, which is sufficiently intense. The 1:4 ratio is much easier, as in this the rest time is 4 times longer than the work time (e.g. 30 sec : 120 sec) (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bodybuilding.com\/content\/what-is-the-best-hiit-workout.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). As for the exercises that target only abdominal muscles, they aren\u2019t helpful in reducing visceral fat. Ab-isolation exercises will only strengthen your core and not help you get rid of stomach lines (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/staying-healthy\/taking-aim-at-belly-fat\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=How_To_Get_Rid_Of_Stomach_Lines\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Olesia-bottle.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Drink plenty of water<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water is considered the healthiest and most useful drink you can consume during a weight loss journey or just throughout life in general. It is 0 calories, it can help you feel full, and it\u2019s essential for maintaining a healthy body. Below, we discuss additional studies that show the benefits of water consumption and its relation to weight loss. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One study involving middle-aged people and the elderly showed water consumption can decrease the meal energy intake (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC2859815\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). According to another study, having a glass of water shortly before a meal can make you feel less hungry. Similarly, increased water intake can result in increased lipolysis, which facilitates fat loss (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4901052\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, in a study conducted among 55-75-year-old participants, those who drank 2 cups of water before a meal lost more weight than those who did not. The study also suggests that keeping yourself hydrated throughout the day can keep your weight off (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/news\/20100823\/water-may-be-a-secret-weapon-in-weight-loss#1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Accordingly, you should drink a lot of water every day to get rid of stomach crease lines. <span data-sheets-root=\"1\">Dive deeper into the <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/14-day-lemon-water-challenge\/\">14-day lemon water challenge<\/a> with our dedicated article.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-much-water-should-i-drink-a-day-to-lose-weight\/\">How Much Water Should I Drink a Day To Lose Weight?<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Abstain from smoking<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smoking is notorious for causing a number of health problems, particularly for adding to visceral fat storage. Interestingly, smokers are more likely to have belly fat than store it on their thighs and hips (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/staying-healthy\/taking-aim-at-belly-fat\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Get enough sleep<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sleeping is an integral part of your day and it\u2019s crucial to get enough of it to stay healthy and productive. Sleeping for 5-8 hours a day can also help you keep visceral fat at bay. However, you should make sure not to oversleep: sleeping for more than 8 hours has been proven to facilitate fat gain (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/staying-healthy\/taking-aim-at-belly-fat\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=How_To_Get_Rid_Of_Stomach_Lines\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Collage-Banner-somatic-exercices-2.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><b>Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_hide_my_belly_line\"><\/span><strong>How can I hide my belly line?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Please remember that we all have belly lines &#8211; your shape or size don\u2019t matter. It\u2019s a natural part of the human body. However, if you\u2019re looking for ideas you could try to reduce the appearance of belly fat, you could try a combination of clothing choices and body posture. Opting for high-waisted pants, skirts, or shapewear can help smooth out the belly area and create a seamless look under your clothes. Loose-fitting tops, particularly those with patterns or ruffles, can direct attention away from the belly area and make lines less noticeable.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to wearing body-flattering clothing, maintaining good posture is another way to hide belly lines. Standing up straight and pulling your shoulders back can naturally reduce the appearance of belly lines by elongating the torso and tightening the abdominal area. Incorporating regular exercise that strengthens the core muscles can also contribute to a flatter stomach over time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best way to hide belly lines is to reduce their appearance through a combination of healthy eating habits and exercise. Losing overall body fat will reduce the appearance of belly lines over time.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_I_have_ab_lines_but_no_abs\"><\/span><strong>Why do I have ab lines but no abs?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ab lines, often referred to as &#8220;muscle definitions&#8221;, can appear even without well-developed abdominal muscles due to a combination of factors such as low body fat and good muscle tone. However, most importantly, ab lines are heavily influenced by genetics. These lines are the outlines of the rectus abdominis, a muscle that runs vertically along the front of the abdomen. While you may have visible lines, having prominent, defined abs requires the right genetics and a higher degree of muscle hypertrophy (growth) in the abdominal region, which can primarily be achieved through targeted strength training and a very low body fat percentage.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_I_have_stripes_on_my_stomach\"><\/span><strong>Why do I have stripes on my stomach?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stripes on the stomach are often due to stretch marks, known scientifically as striae. These are common during periods of rapid growth or weight changes, such as during puberty, pregnancy, or significant weight gain. Stretch marks form when the skin stretches beyond its elasticity, which causes the middle layer of skin (dermis) to tear slightly and creates visible lines. Over time, these marks may fade from red or purple to a lighter, more skin-toned color, but they typically don\u2019t disappear completely (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK436005\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). This is another natural part of the human body and shouldn\u2019t be viewed as an issue.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_stomach_lines_genetic\"><\/span><strong>Are stomach lines genetic?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, stomach lines, including ab lines and stretch marks, have a major genetic component. The visibility of abdominal lines often depends on factors such as the distribution of body fat, skin thickness, and the natural structure of the muscles, all of which can be influenced by genetics (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6696304\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Similarly, the propensity to develop stretch marks is also largely determined by genetics, as skin elasticity and collagen production vary from person to person. If your parents or close relatives have stretch marks or visible ab lines, you may be more likely to have them too.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=How_To_Get_Rid_Of_Stomach_Lines\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-1.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Lines\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Lines<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stomach creases are horizontal lines on the belly that everyone has. They tend to appear when you sit down or lean over, so that the excess skin and fat in the area fold.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are a few causes for the creases: drastic weight loss, poor posture, and excess fat on the belly. This fat is known as visceral fat, which is notorious for its deleterious effects on a person\u2019s well-being.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having excess visceral fat can lead to increased cholesterol levels, heart conditions, type 2 diabetes, increased chance of stroke, Alzheimer\u2019s, and high blood pressure.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s important to regularly measure the amount of visceral fat in your body, which you can do with the help of the following methods: hip-to-waist ratio, waist size, BMI, and imaging tests. However, you should be careful of the accuracy of some of these methods. Remember that genetics play a huge role in how our bodies are shaped.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In order to lose body fat throughout your entire body, research suggests:\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eating fewer calories in order to keep yourself in a calorie deficit &#8211; aim to cut 500 calories a day to lose weight gradually and in a healthy manner.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exercise regularly &#8211; the biggest calorie burning forms of exercise tend to be workouts that are high in overall intensity such as strength and cardio training. Isolation exercises on their own usually don\u2019t reduce visceral fat as quickly as other more intense forms of workouts. However, it\u2019s important to remember that the best workout is one that you can do consistently for a long period of time and with the correct form.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drink a lot of water &#8211; this can curb your appetite and research has suggested that it can even trigger the fat-burning process.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sleep for 5-8 hours a day &#8211; sleeping less or more than this can contribute to overall body fat gain and, correspondingly, stomach creases.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t smoke &#8211; smoking facilitates fat gain in the abdominal area.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Why and How to Get Rid of Stomach Lines Many of you will be aware of the skin folds on your belly when you sit down or bend over. 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Some may believe that those skin folds are unattractive, but this is a natural part of your body. Having stomach creases could potentially make you feel self-conscious and more careful in choosing what to wear, as some types of clothes tend to highlight the folds. One common example of this comes with how some people prefer to avoid wearing tight clothes. However, it\u2019s apparent that having stomach cellulite can shatter your confidence and mental well-being, which can bring harm to your physical health.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span data-sheets-root=\\\"1\\\"><\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">It\u2019s not only a matter of personal thoughts on attractiveness: stomach lines could indicate other potential issues with your overall health. As a consequence, it\u2019s recommended to approach stomach lines as something that could improve over time. Even the most fit or skinny person you know will still have stomach creases - it\u2019s a natural part of the human body. 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