Causes
☛ Hormonal changes: hormonal changes in the body, weakens the metabolism resulting in fat accumulation around the belly.
☛ Genes: if it runs in your family, there’s really no way to escape it.
☛ Calorie intake: excessive calorie intake, transforms most of it into fat.
☛ Stress: it’s a human tendency to eat much more in stressful situations.
☛ Lack of sleep: it leads to indigestion which in turn results in gas formation and causes the belly to swell up.
1. Almonds
☛ These tiny packets of energy are not only rich in skin-boosting vitamin E and proteins, but their richness in fiber content helps you stay fuller for longer durations and prevent you from overeating.
☛ The MUFAs and Vitamin E in almonds work together to cut cholesterol.
2. Watermelon
☛ This giant fruit contains 91 percent water and helps your hunger stay satisfied for longer durations.
☛ It also removes excess sodium present in the body.
☛ It is rich in Vitamins B1, B6 and C, as well as potassium and magnesium.
☛ 1 cup of watermelon contains barely 100 calories, thus making it a great addition to your daily diet on the journey to lose fat.
3. Cucumbers
☛ 100 grams of cucumber contains approximately 96 percent water and only about 45 calories.
☛ They are rich in minerals, vitamins and dietary fibers.
☛ Adding cucumber to your daily diet also flushes out the harmful toxins from your system. Therefore it is a great way to lose the fat along with cleansing your system.
4. Flaxseeds
☛ Flaxseeds are a great source of energy as they are rich in Omega-3 fatty acids. They strengthen the metabolism and help in weight loss.
☛ Researchers believe that they may also help in the reduction of heart disease, cancer and Alzheimer’s disease.
5. Tomatoes
☛ Tomatoes are an excellent source of nutrients. They contain a compound known as 9-oxo-ODA that helps reduce lipids in the blood which in turn controls belly fat.
☛ It also fights chronic diseases associated with obesity.
6.Eggs
☛ Eggs contain Vitamin B12 which, your body needs to metabolize fat.
☛ They aid quick burning of calories and cause reduction in belly fat.
7. Oatmeal
☛ Oats contain insoluble fiber and some carbohydrates that curb your hunger, give you strength and reduce fat content in your body.
8. Broccoli
☛ It aids digestion, curbs overeating, prevents constipation and maintains low blood sugar.
9. Beans and legumes
☛ Beans are low-cal and are packed with protein and fiber.
☛ They help you tone up and lose weight. Consuming more beans will help cut down on a lot of saturated fat.
10. Celery
☛ Celery is extremely low in calories, rich in fiber and contains calcium and vitamin C which help in weight loss.
☛ So fill your plate with celery to get a flat stomach.
Adding these super foods in your daily diet along with a good workout regime will have you flaunt your flat tummy in no time!