5 Summer Foods to cut belly fat faster

CUT YOUR BELLY FAT FASTER WITH THESE!!

Belly fat is extra abdominal fat surrounding the organs in our stomach. Out of three types of fat: triglycerides (the fat that circulates in blood), subcutaneous fat (the layer directly below the skin’s surface) and visceral fat (dangerous belly fat); Abdominal, or visceral, fat is the most dangerous.It can create variety of health problems such as type-II diabetes, liver problems, high cholesterol & even cancer.

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There are some commonly available foods that can naturally cut this abdominal fat, let’s check out:

1. Plums

Plums contain flavonoids, the compounds responsible for the deep color. Flavonoids increase energy expenditure & decrease fat absorption. Also the Pectin in Plums forms a gelatinous mass after we consume it & supports weight loss by creating a feeling of fullness. This can curb the unnecessary hunger pangs & thus cuts the belly fat.

2. Spinach

Spinach contains a long-chain sugar molecule called sulfoquinovose (SQ), which can help cut belly fat as it promotes the growth of good gut bacteria and prevents bad bacteria. Bad bacteria are responsible for colonizing the gut and causing inflammation which may ultimately lead to increased belly fat.

3. Banana

The Unripe bananas are high in resistant starch and contain low sugar. This resistant starch acts like fiber & improves blood sugar control and contributes to digestive health as they feed the good bacteria in our gut. Moreover the potassium in bananas helps in de-bloating & hence flattens the stomach.

4. Apple

The polyphenols in apples play an important role in the metabolism for all types of body fat (Including visceral or belly fat). It is better to consume the apples with the skin as Apple peels contain a compound called ursolic acid, which can increase muscle mass and brown fat, the good kind of fat that can help cut the belly fat.

5. Oatmeal

Oats contain fiber called beta-glucans, which forms a gel like substance in small intestine & make us feel fuller for longer. It also lowers blood cholesterol levels, and boosts the immune system. When there is feeling of fullness, there’s less craving for unhealthy snacks or extra calories that could make us put on belly fat.

Dr. Anubha Gupta