The journey from fat to flat belly is not an easy one but if you exercise and eat healthy foods then the task becomes a little easier. So here is a list of top 10 flat belly foods that can help you out. ALMONDS Almonds, the most versatile of all nuts, have huge reserves of essential nutrients like protein, fiber, magnesium and Vitamin E. Magnesium promotes energy, regulates blood sugar and helps to maintain muscle tissue health. Almonds block calories too. You must consume at least one ounce of almonds (around 23 almonds) daily, which is equivalent to 160 calories. EGGS Eggs are the perfect source of protein and contain an amazing balance of essential amino acids, which are the primary building blocks of our body. According to Pennington Biomedical Research Center study, eating eggs in the morning keeps you feel full all day. So, do incorporate one egg daily (boiled or steamed) unless you have high blood cholesterol. AVOCADO Avocados are an excellent source of MUFA and contain the highest quantity of beta-sitosterol, an effective cholesterol smasher. You can eat it in a variety of ways either by mashing it with lime juice, salt, and pepper or jamming it up with salsa. DARK CHOCOLATE Surprised? No need to be surprised, chocolate is actually very healthy if made from defatted cocoa beans. Dark chocolate and semi-sweet chocolate contain compounds that prevent heart strokes, diabetes, and cancer. It is a low-calorie food source. You can melt ¼ cup of dark chocolate and drizzle it over fresh strawberries to make a belly-flattening dessert. APPLES The Nutrition journal revealed in its year 2003 study that consuming three apples or pears daily for three months can help overweight women get slimmer. Apples contain 5grams fiber and 85% water. Therefore, apples make you feel full for longer. It also has a compound called quercetin that protects you from cancer and improves lung health. RASPBERRIES, BLUEBERRIES, AND STRAWBERRIES Eating half a cup of berries is a better idea than those fattening cookies because berries are full of fiber. Fiber intake is very important for a flatter belly. Fiber captures food particles and expels them from your system immediately. Berries also contain antioxidants that improve blood flow and prevent chronic diseases. GREEN LEAFY VEGETABLES These tend to be low on calories and excellent for shrinking your waistline. Also, leafy greens contain cancer-preventing carotenoids and calcium. One cup of baby spinach contains just 40calories, which is lower than broccoli. Mix them in pasta, salads, and sandwiches and reap their benefits. SEAFOOD Omega-3 fatty acids are in abundance in seafood especially wild salmon, tuna and mackerel. These promote fat burning by improving metabolism. Overweight people must eat fish daily to augment their glucose-insulin response. Seafood prevents hunger pangs and is an excellent ab-friendly protein source. WHOLE GRAINS Whole grains like oats, wheat, quinoa, and amaranth can flatten your belly with their powerful tummy-tucking ingredient; fiber. Fiber lowers insulin levels and shrinks fat cells. Whole grains are also rich in minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants. GREEK YOGURT Calcium, minerals, and protein are found in more abundance in Greek yogurt than regular yogurt. It reduces the creation of belly fat promoting hormone Cortisol. The presence of probiotic bacteria improves digestion and prevents constipation and gas. This resultantly shrinks your belly.
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