Everybody has belly fat, even thin people. We need it to provide necessary cushioning around our organs. But if you’ve had children, are hitting the middle-age mark or eat the wrong foods, ab flab can set up shop. Jazzercise Founder and CEO Judi Sheppard Missett says a mindful diet full of fresh food will put you on the fast track to a flat belly. Eating For A Flat Belly -For every 10 grams of fiber you eat daily, your belly will carry almost 4 percent less fat. Eat whole grains, monounsaturated fats such as avocados, colorful vegetables and drink plenty of water. -A low sugar diet fosters hormonal balance by keeping insulin low and glucagon (hormone that helps regulate blood glucose levels) high. Watch out for processed foods, which contain artificial sweeteners that cause bloating. -Your body needs some sodium to function, but too much can lead to fluid retention. Replace processed foods with homemade meals so you can control the salt. -If your stomach’s natural bacteria are out of balance, it can slow down digestion and lead to bloating. Rebalance with live active cultures found in yogurt, kefir, low-sodium miso and traditional fermented sauerkraut. Heat-treated brands destroy beneficial bacteria. -Garlic, onions, green tea, pineapple, ginger, basil, mint, chamomile, parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme contain volatile compounds that regulate body fat.
Posted on: Tue, 08 Oct 2013 11:48:03 +0000
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