How Do Waist Trainers Work?

Waist training is the modification of a woman’s waist using a steel boned garment such as corset, girdle, or cincher, over a long period. They can be worn either for back and posture supports or a fashion statement over other garments. The stomach is likely to bulge out if you sit in the wrong posture; hence the best waist trainer for working out ensures that you sit upright.

They also act as an outer LAP (laparoscopic adjustable) band; thus they prevent you from eating large quantities of food at a time. This will stimulate your metabolism; hence your body burns more calories which results in weight loss. A lot of heat is generated when you are wearing a waist trainer; thus you sweat more, and your body breaks down fats faster.

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7 Things You Need to Know About US Expat Taxes

Here we look at the top 7 things that expats need to know about US taxes for Americans living abroad.

1 – Expats have to file

The U.S. has an unusual tax system, as it taxes based on citizenship, rather than on residence like most other countries. This means that all U.S. citizens (and green card holders) are required to file a U.S. tax return every year, reporting their worldwide income, wherever in the world they live.

2 – Expats who pay foreign taxes can claim the Foreign Tax Credit

Expats who pay foreign taxes can claim the Foreign Tax Credit when they file their U.S. tax return. The Foreign Tax Credit allows expats to claim a $1 U.S. tax credit for every dollar of foreign tax that they’ve paid on their foreign sourced income. This lets expats who pay…