Losing weight but not the fat

Male 27

I started intermittent fasting last month along with maintaining a calorie deficit of 500-700 calories. I run daily 4-5k.

I lost 5 kgs, very happy about it. From 77 kg to 72 kg

But my belly, love handles and the fat folds are still there, decreasing very slowly.

On one hand, everyone says spot reduction is a myth and on the other, there are countless youtube videos showing abdominal exercises for fat loss. What should I believe? What else should I do? I even went on a Fruit and Seeds diet for 9 days (starting with a 36 hour water fast) and there was no drastic effect on my weight during that period.

Should a person like totally stop eating and kill themselves to lose weight?

Sorry for being so negative here. I need help.

FYI , its not affecting my confidence or pushing me towards depression at all. But when you put so much efforts into something you would love to see results.

I started with 38 inches waist including the handles and it is just 37 inch.

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