“There is in all things a pattern that is part of our universe. It has symmetry, elegance, and grace— those qualities you find always in that which the true artist captures.” ~ Frank Herbert
The answer is: Definitely! Belts, and tight pants for that matter, act as a tourniquet on your gut, displacing and restricting blood flow to internal organs and causing fat to get stuck in the torso rather than settling in the buttocks and legs.
Dear Dr. Freemo: Less squeeze is healthier because it allows more physical blood circulation, plays a role in fat distribution also. Suspenders are out of style, of course better health and longevity of life are in style.