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The body cannot absorb alcohol, beer is mostly starch and maltose, which makes you fatter. Studies have shown that maltose, or beer sugar, has a high impact on the blood sugar level, causing the body to go into fat storage mode in the stomach.
A man's metabolism has something to do with it.
Posture can play a big part in a man's beer belly development: "Because our muscles insert into our bones, there is a constant game of tug of war going on.
Tight and weak muscles cause the stomach to push out even more. Exercising those weak muscles can help. Stretch those tight muscles around your stomach, including your lower back and hips, cause your pelvic girdle to tilt forward.
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Posted by BrenD
My husband although quite slim has a very large protruding stomach (like a woman who's 9 months pregnant). He's 64 years old and has through the years enjoyed his pints!