Belly fat is the most difficult fat that need to be removed from our body. No wonder, if you need more time and extra workout to burn belly fat. The most severe, deep fat that covers the stomach area also give more threat to our health than other body fat. Heart disease, diabetes mellitus type 2, and even breast cancer are some diseases caused by excess abdominal fat.
However, there are several types of food that can help you shrink the fat on the abdomen. If you already exercise regularly, try to add these foods in your diet menu to help burn fat faster:
Fiber
Foods such as oatmeal and beans contain high fiber that can help shrink belly fat. These foods make your stomach full faster and longer than low-fiber foods. It help you reduce excessive calorie intake in your menu.
Protein
Protein function more or less the same as fiber, which can prolong satiety. Protein takes more calories to digest than fruits and vegetables. One source of protein which also contain vitamin B12 are eggs, which is needed to break down fat cells. Beans and pulses (lentils, beans, peas, etc.) is also a good source of protein and has the extra benefit because it is also fortified with fiber.
Enzyme
Fruits that enriched with enzymes such as papaya and pineapple can help your body to break down proteins to be digested better. Foods that contain enzymes (fresh fruit and vegetables) provide opportunities for the liver and pancreas to release more toxins. In addition, these fruits also change the stored abdomen fat into energy for the body.
Healthy Fats
Fatty foods not always cause the stomach to be bloated. This depends on the type of fat you consume. Monounsaturated fat, for example, can increase metabolism and alter abdominal fat into energy. Foods that contain a healthy fats including olive oil and avocados. Olive oil not only help you burn fat, but also help you to keep cholesterol levels remained within normal limits. You can also snack foods, like almonds, which are not only rich in monounsaturated fat, but also a source of protein that provides fat burning effects. Almonds also help prevent stomach ache due to hunger.
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