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I am overweight, if I reduce my weight would my double chin go? I'm only 16.

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If you have a double chin due to your weight, it will go away if you lose the weight. However, if you have a double chin due to genetics, then losing weight may only reduce the look of the double chin.

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Does starving help in reducing fat?

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No. When the body is hungry, this sends a signal to store food reserves as fat. You'll do far better to lost fat by eating small, nutritious meals than starving yourself.

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When I intake rice and potatoes, my chin increases day by day. Again I have to work out in the gym and get it reduced. What further exercises can help me, apart from running?

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Rice and potatoes are rich in starch and carbohydrates. Those are some of the elements that are most commonly associated with weight gain. Try staying away from those foods, or maybe try brown rice/quinoa with sweet potato. Those are very healthy alternatives.

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If I exercise, will my double chin go down?

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It might not, since sometimes double chins are caused by genetics. However, if you are overweight, losing weight will definitely help and it might even totally remove it.

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Will chewing gum help reduce my double chin?

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Yes, chewing gum can help reduce your double chin as it burns calories and prevents you from snacking.

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Can I lessen my double chin if I was born with it?

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Possibly, but if having a double chin is genetic, you may not be able to get rid of it fully.

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If I do these exercises will my double chin go away?

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It could help. The double chin might not go completely, but it should be reduced with these exercises.

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I weigh 500 lbs. What should I do to get rid of my triple chin?

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Try a sensible diet and exercise program to lose weight in a healthy way. Consult your doctor or a dietitian for further assistance.

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If I do these neck exercises, won't it stretch my skin and make my double chin worse?

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No, because you are burning calories and losing the weight, not stretching it.

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What reason could there be besides fat for swelling under the chin?

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There could be trapped fluid in your neck which causes swelling, this is often called a thyroglossal cist and can be removed by operation.

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Can I use an ice pack to remove my double chin?

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An ice pack may work temporarily, but it won't be very effective. To remove a double chin, you need to lead a healthy lifestyle, combined with exercise and a proper diet.

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My mom has a double chin and has passed this onto me. Will traditional methods still work?

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It might not work, since in this case, the double chin is genetic. It's still worth a try, though.

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I'm not fat, but have a double chin. What should I do?

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Hold your head up a tad higher, which makes it less noticeable.

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I have a neck problem and I can't roll my head. What can I do instead?

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You could try chewing gum or ask for help from a parent or friend.

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When I lie down, I put a pillow under my chin. Will this help?

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No, it won't. Since a pillow is soft and squishy, you need to press your chin against a tennis ball, or something else like that.

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How can I tell if I have a double chin?

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Stand in front of a mirror. Push your neck slightly behind and tilt your head lower so your chin touches your neck. If you see fat beginning to bulge together, you have a double chin.

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How long will it take for me to see results from the chin exercises?

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It could take from a few weeks to months depending on how much you have and how much you want to lose.

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Is it safe to use surgery to reduce my double chin?

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Surgery might help, but I recommend using exercises to reduce the double chin.

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Using these methods causes me pain. What should I do?

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Stop doing them! Your comfort is much more important than trying to look a certain way.

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What do I do if none of the exercises in the article worked for me?

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If you have tried to exercise and eat healthier but nothing works, your double chin may be caused by genetics; if someone in your close family has a double chin, that may explain a lot. In this circumstance, there's little you can do outside of the tips above or cosmetic surgery.

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I'm 16. I'm underweight, but I have a double chin. So I guess losing weight will not help me. What else should I try?

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Losing weight will help if there is fat in your double chin. Also, try the exercises above, such as chin juts, and never give up.

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How do I lessen my double chin when exercise doesn't work?

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As said above, you might try a diet or getting into fitness training. However, these aren't as effective as the exercises.

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Can these exercises also work on my cheeks?

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No, you cannot workout the cheeks.

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Can I reduce double chin even if I have it genetically?

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It is possible, but you may not be able to reduce it completely. Doing exercises will reduce a double chin.

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How do I lessen a double chin if I'm thin? Are there any face masks I can use to reduce a double chin?

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Try doing chin lifts and other excercises that target the chin, jaw, and neck region.

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Can I use makeup to lessen a double chin?

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Use makeup to strategically cover it up. Try to make your jawline feature more prominently than your neck by using a powder that is a shade darker than your skin tone. The powder should be blended in from ear to ear and into the neck area.

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What can I do as a 14-year-old to lose and manage my weight better?

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There are some good tips in wikiHow article Lose Weight As a Teenager .

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How should I take a picture? Should I raise my head up?

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Try pushing your chin forward before a picture is taken. It may feel odd but doesn't look odd. You can practice in front of a mirror.

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How do I know if I'm the right weight as a kid?

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Consult your doctor. It depends on a lot of factors, like muscle mass, height, weight, and gender. But if you want to get a general idea, google "BMI calculator." You can input your height and weight and it will tell you (approximately) if you are in the normal range.

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I'm almost 13 and naturally chubby. Can I still get rid of my double chin?

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Losing weight may make it smaller or get rid of it entirely. The best way to lose weight is to eat a healthy diet and exercise 3+ times per week for at least a half-hour.

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