13 de agosto de 2015

Top 25 Flat Belly Foods


1. EVOO (extra virgin olive oil)
All fats are not created equal- EVOO proves it. EVOO helps slim your belly because it contains monounsaturated fat that burn calories and fat. Bonus: This magical oil also helps lower cholesterol levels.

2. Almonds (with skins)
This nut is packed with belly busting power. Almonds help build muscle, reduce cravings, and make a most convenient snack. Avoid salted almonds. Instead, nibble on raw almonds that still have their skin.
3. Beans
Beans get a bad rap as gas givers, but they help fire off fat, develop muscle and regulate digestion. Beans help you feel full so it’s less likely that you’ll over-indulge. Bonus: Beans help keep you regular, which minimizes the bloated belly look. 
4. Spinach
This low-calorie (only 40 calories per cup!) highly versatile food is a flat belly must-have because it helps you feel full. Spinach is also a good source of calcium which helps your muscles contract.
5. Avocados
A bowl of guacamole and a bag of chips isn’t what we have in mind. But slice up a fresh avocado and you’ll get about 15g of fiber- a great way to keep hunger at bay. Plus, enjoy just ¼ cup of avocado and you’ll be rewarded with a full serving of monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFAs) which help burn belly fat.
 
6. Pork
Don’t overlook the power of pork. According to Purdue researchers, eating 6 ounces daily helped participants lose weight while preserving muscle. Bye-bye belly. 
7. Grapefruit
Have you had your grapefruit today? Researchers found that people who ate just half a grapefruit three times a day lost weight without changing any other part of their diet. It’s possible that grapefruit’s acidity might slow digestion, which helps you feel full longer.

8. Apples
Apples are packed with fiber, which makes your belly feel full. But the crunchy fruit also demands lots of chewing- making you think you’ve eaten more than you have. 

9. Eggs
Eggs are packed with protein power, and eating a heavy dose of the nutrient at breakfast can fend off hunger as the day progresses. Bonus: Eggs also contain vitamin B12, which helps your body break down those dreaded fat cells.

10. Nut Butters
Nut butters are a great source of monounsaturated fats, which helps drop persistent belly fat. Spread on your favorite nut butter and feel good about a tasty treat, but don’t overdo it. About ¼ cup is a proper portion. 

11. Tomatoes
Low in calories, high in flavor and water content make the tomato a perfect belly minimizer. It’s also a natural diuretic so it helps belly boat vanish.
12. Nonfat Greek Yogurt
Not only is Greek yogurt full of flavor, it’s also a belly blaster because it’s higher in filling protein than regular yogurt. Bonus: Greek yogurt also contains probiotics that can work to reduce bad bacteria in the intestines and minimize belly bloating.
13. Mushrooms
Lack of vitamin D has been associated with higher levels of belly fat. Mushrooms work like magic on belly fat because they are a natural source of Vitamin D.
14. Low-Fat Chocolate Milk
It’s not just for kids. Low-fat chocolate milk offers an ideal carb to protein ratio, which helps build muscle and lose fat. 
15. Turkey
Turkey is a terrific belly fighter because it is super low in calories and high in protein. Your body burns more calories digesting protein than it does to digest carbohydrates. It also contains leucine, which can help maintain muscle mass while you shed weight- keeping your metabolism charged.

16. Salmon
Salmon is a sensational belly reducer because it’s full of omega-3 fatty acids, which encourages fat burning by revving up your metabolism.
 
17. Whole Grains
Your body starts to store fat when your insulin levels rise. Whole grains help burn fat by slowly releasing their energy so insulin levels don’t spike.
18. Berries
Berries are yummy belly blasters. Berries are full of fiber which prolongs your sense of satisfaction, and since it can’t be digested, fiber is calorie free. Bonus: Fiber cleans out your digestive tract and one cup of raspberries offer a whopping 8g fiber!
19. Broccoli
Broccoli is a belly fighter. Not only is it fat free and low calories veggie, it also packs your body with vitamins and its fiber flushes out the fat.
 
20. Asparagus
It’s an often over-looked veggie, but asparagus is amazing.  It’s a natural fluid flusher and it also offers vitamins A and C that accelerate the fat burning process.
21. Garlic
Did you know that garlic is a thermogenic? That means it boosts metabolism which helps burn off belly fat. It also maximizes fat burning for energy. 
22. Soybeans
Soybeans are a super belly fat fighter. Soybeans help thwart the accumulation of fats and change fats into energy. Because soybeans are easy to digest they help flush pesky belly fat. Soybeans are a great alkaline food to add to your diet.
23. Dark Chocolate
Thanks to monounsaturated fats, eating dark chocolate can actually help get rid of that bothersome belly. Eating a piece of dark chocolate may also help fend off a major sweet binge, but don’t consume more than a ¼ cup per day.
 
24. Vinegar
Vinegar is said to promote stable blood sugar levels which helps you avoid a dangerous sugar crash that results in carb overload.
25. Walnuts
Walnuts are wonderful. Walnuts contain a hefty amount of Omega 3 fatty acids that help the body burn fat. Be sure to avoid salted walnuts- eat them all-natural instead.
 

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