Getting rid of abdominal fat, or belly fat, is a common weight loss goal. Fat has various functions in your body, including energy storage and hormone regulation. Having some body fat is normal. There are two main types of fat in the abdomen. Subcutanous fat is the type that’s located just below your skin. This fat is stored all over your body, including the midsection. The other type of fat in your abdominal area is called visceral fat. This fat is located deeper in your body, where it cushions the...