Every time you see a supermodel you probably wonder how they get such flat bellies and gorgeous legs. The answer lies in their dangerous crash diets that lack all the essential nutrients.
On the one hand, excessive abdominal fat increases the risk of heart disease, and you should get rid of belly fat. But on the other hand, you need to stop torturing yourself with that celery diet because it’s bad for your health.
Include these foods in your diet plan and lose stubborn belly fat faster:
13. Extra virgin olive oil
Olive oil is a healthy dietary fat that helps eliminate “bad” (saturated) fats while lowering cortisol (stress hormone) levels that influence weight gain.
It loses most of its health benefits when heated, so better go with a spoon of olive oil on an empty stomach. Or, if you don’t like that, add it to your salad or soup right before eating them.
12. Apples
Apples are rich in vitamins and antioxidants, so they’re an ideal food to burn abdominal fat.
To get noticeable results, eat at least 3 apples a day. You can double the magic effect if you eat an apple or oatmeal with apple slices on an empty stomach.
11. Bluefish
Omega-3 fatty acids eliminate excess fat and prevent fat accumulation in the body.
Some substitutes for bluefish are salmon, mackerel, herring, tuna, sardines, anchovies, sea trout, mullet, eel, sea bass, swordfish, sea lamprey, turbot, and red snapper.
10. Bananas
Bananas are a great source of potassium, calcium, magnesium, and vitamins. One banana a day can actually help you win your weight loss battle.
You can have a banana whenever you feel hungry between meals. Plus, there are a lot of healthy banana desserts you can try.
9. Citrus fruits
It’s a well-known fact that citrus fruits are rich in vitamin C, which lowers insulin levels and makes your body digest fats more quickly. Include oranges, grapefruits, and lemon water between meals.
8. Seafood
If you’re lucky enough to live near the sea, you must take advantage. Fresh high-quality seafood contains monounsaturated fats that help you avoid the accumulation of extra fat. Plus, seafood is a great source of omega-3 fatty acids.
7. Melons and watermelons
Both are rich in water and potassium, which will help you avoid swelling.
6. Walnuts and almonds
Both have a high concentration of omega-3 and protein. Moreover, almonds help you control sugar and activate your metabolism.
Add some nuts to your salads, or eat whenever you feel hungry during the day.
5. Avocados
Many love this exotic fruit not only because it’s delicious but also because it contains oleic acid, which magically reduces the feeling of hunger. In addition, it contains fiber and monounsaturated fats, helping prevent weight gain.
If possible, have one every day. Luckily, it goes with everything!
4. Quinoa
Quinoa is a high-fiber, low-calorie food that controls appetite and accelerates fat burning at the same time. It contains proteins, antioxidants, and other nutrients such as iron, zinc, selenium, and vitamin E.
It’s a great substitute for rice and goes perfectly well with meat or vegetables.
3. Tomatoes
Be sure to include tomatoes in your diet: they reduce the amount of lipids in your blood(fat and cholesterol).
You can make tomato juice or add them to your salads. Tomatoes promote satiety, so try eating them whenever you feel hungry.
2. Berries
Strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, and blueberries can support your weight loss efforts. Not only are they delicious and give a feeling of fullness but they also contain anthocyanins: flavonoids capable of reducing fat and sugar.
1. Green coffee
Green coffee beans contain chlorogenic acid, which reduces the absorption of sugar in the gastrointestinal tract, thus burning accumulated fats. Moreover, this acid stimulates the metabolic activity of your liver, making it burn more fat.
You can have a cup of green coffee in the morning on an empty stomach, and you’ll soon notice positive changes to your belly.
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