Why You Can't Rub Cinnamon on Belly Fat and What Actually Works
                                
                                
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                                According to scientific consensus, spot-reducing fat from a specific body part, such as the belly, is not possible through external application. Therefore, rubbing cinnamon on belly fat is an ineffective weight loss strategy and can potentially cause skin irritation.