How to lose a double chin?

01/16/25 8:49am

I've noticed recently that I gained some weight around my neck and chin, so now whenever I tilt my head down I see a double chin. It's making me a bit self-conscious and I want it gone. Fast. Looking for some good at-home solutions, like exercises or diets to try out, but I'm also open to hearing about more involved treatments if needed.

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Monica Morris
ACE Certified Personal Trainer

03/06/25 10:16am

Aside from cosmetic procedures/injections, there is no direct way to reduce the appearance of or target the additional adipose tissue underneath the chin. To my knowledge, the only way to reduce the appearance is by losing overall body fat and eating conscientiously clean foods. A consistent weight training workout and frequent bouts of cardio will also help reduce the appearance of a double chin. If these suggestions are taken, be patient, as it is sometimes a slow process depending on genetics and determination.

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WikiCapybaraFlyer168

01/17/25 1:04pm

There are plenty of exercises to try out when you're getting rid of a double chin. One easy one is tilting your head up to the ceiling, holding it there for 10 seconds, and then relaxing. Another is opening your mouth as wide as you can, sticking your tongue out, and holding that position for a few seconds. Try each of these exercises about 10-20 times every day.

Your diet also can affect your how your double chin looks. Eat healthy foods that are full of whole grains and fiber, and try to avoid sweets and high-sodium foods when you can.

There are some non-invasive options you can try out, like deoxycholic injections that dissolve fat cells and those just take a few treatments over a couple months. You can have a doctor freeze the fat away with a special tool.

If you need to go the surgical route, you could always opt for liposuction to remove some of the fat under your chin or even have a facelift done to get rid of any saggy or wrinkled skin.

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WikiLemurDiver240

01/18/25 10:45am

There are some exercises you can try. Like a chin press (use a resistance ball or your hand to press your chin to your chest), tongue stretches (stretch your tongue up and out for 10 seconds), and puckering (puckering your lips while tilting your head back).

Dieting and working out can also work for losing weight. Aim for a calorie deficit, which means you need to burn more calories than you consume. You can achieve this through eating healthier foods, reducing your portion size, intermittent fasting, or increased exercise.

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WikiEmuDriver927

01/19/25 9:06am

If you can, try to work on that self-consciousness! I know it's easier said than done. My wife has a bit of a double chin but I still think she's the most beautiful woman in the world. She used to be insecure about it too. A few years later the double chin is still there but her self doubts aren't and she's much happier about it!

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