What to eat to get a flat belly
What to eat to get a flat belly
For a flat belly there are foods that we need and others that we should not eat. In general, most of us know about what is good to avoid, whether we do it or not.
Let's look at 11 such foods that can help stimulate our metabolism, our sense of satiety and reduce bloating.
Cucumber
This refreshing vegetable is made up of 96% of water. Thanks to the flavonoid quercetin antioxidant and its high water content can effectively help against bloating. It also stands out because it can be eaten in many ways. Cut into a salad, along with yogurt (tzatziki, but without garlic) or hummus.
Lentils
They belong to the category of highly nutritious foods, along with other legumes. It is rich in protein and fiber, which helps in rapid saturation. They are also a good source of iron, an element that we need to 'lift' our metabolism.
Bananas
Are you looking for an afternoon snack? Banana is the best solution. Apart from potassium, they even have high levels of starch, which our stomach digests slowly. It also activates the fat burning function in our liver, which boosts our metabolism.
Papaya
There are many good reasons to love this exotic, colorful fruit. It is rich in vitamins A, C, E and folic acid. It also contains enzymes that help our digestive system digest difficult foods, which helps reduce bloating.
Eat fresh, in a smoothie, in your salad or even on grill with some olive oil.
Whole grain cereals
Whole grain cereals are a huge source of fiber, which helps in digestion, but also in the sense of satiety. In fact, research has shown that women who regularly eaten whole grains were 49 percent less likely to get weight in the near or distant future.
Almonds
If you are looking for a guilt-free snack, take a handful of almonds and eat the quiet. These fruits contain monounsaturated fatty acids that help your body burn fat while treating the feeling of hunger.
Peppermint or chamomile tea
Do you feel inflated after a full meal? Help your stomach take a hot drink of peppermint or chamomile. Both help the digestive system to relax, thus facilitating the digestion process.
Yoghurt
It's an excellent choice to accomplish your purpose. It has beneficial probiotics that help balance the microflora and prevent swelling. Yogurt also reduces the sense of hunger thanks to 17 grams of protein per serving (or to be better understood, three times more than an egg!).
Ginger
It is ideal in the form of a beverage to relax your stomach, but it is also considered a perfect means to reduce the swelling in your abdomen. Consuming it after a meal helps to feel satiety.
Avocado
We've talked about avocados again. It has many nutrients essential to the health of our body. In this case, however, it can play an important role in bowel health and hence in digestion. It also helps the body to increase the absorption of other nutrients and antioxidants.
Dark chocolate
Not all chocolates are prohibitive. A good quality chocolate, with over 65% cocoa, is considered to be particularly beneficial to our body. Like avocados, it contains beneficial monounsaturated fatty acids that help speed up metabolism. But paying attention to the quantity ...
Parallel training, adequate water consumption in the day, and alcohol and sugar restriction are also key factors. So with a little effort, you will soon have what you ask!
source: health.com
Aggeliki Koskeridou
Holistic Doctor – Counseling Psychotherapist
Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine
MSc Health Psychology
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