Achieving a flat belly is about more than simply losing weight. You need to target belly fat specifically so you can reduce the bloating by combining diet and exercise.
Excess carbohydrates and sugary foods fuel the fat cells around the waistline. You need to stop the carbs and sugars reaching the fat cells so you starve them and make them shrink. Try eating 2 or 3 tablespoons of plain low-fat Greek yoghurt before every meal – its proteins are proven fat-busters and it has less sugar than ordinary yoghurt.
Mono-unsaturated fatty acids are healthy fats that will help you get rid of any extra pounds with research revealing that you can target belly fat specifically by eating a calorie-controlled diet filled with foods rich in mono-unsaturated fatty acids. Go for nuts, seeds, olives and avocados, and lean proteins such as oily fish.
Beat inflammation by snacking on foods known for their anti-inflammatory properties. These are known as flavonoids and include berries, bell peppers and green tea. Reduce bloating by sipping on ginger-based drinks such as iced tea. Ginger has long been used as a digestive aid and mixed with mint and lemon, it will help to release the gases that can naturally build up in the stomach.
High-intensity aerobic exercise burns calories and boosts your metabolism. More importantly, it burns fat so high-intensity workouts 3-4 times a week will get you and your fat moving. The key is to find an activity that you enjoy – try dance classes, spin fit and even power walking. You need an exercise that raises your heart rate for 30 minutes and if you’re not a fan of the gym then gardening, housework and even playing with the kids can provide the necessary exercise.
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