EXTINGUISH OVEREATING
Have trouble cutting yourself off after you’ve eaten your fill?
This simple action sends a message to your brainand your mouththat it’s time to stop noshing.
Not only will this strategy help youfeel full, eating fewer calories adds up to major weight loss.
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BUST OUT YOUR TOOTHBRUSH
Have you ever eaten something right after brushing your teeth?
It didn’t take too appetizing, did it?
Sounds like a great reason to keep a toothbrush in your purse or briefcase, if you ask us.
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Flushing out the salt and drinking more water is a really effective way to counteract the bloat.
The results can be almost immediate," adds Roberts.
Lastly, protein doesn’t cause insulin spikes like refined (‘white’ or sugary) carbs do.
You don’t have to.
Just pre-portion your snacks into small baggies to ensure you stick to just one serving size.
It’s the easiest way to eat your [insert favorite snack here] and have it, too!
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Grilled asparagus, sauteed spinach, marinated mushrooms, and hummus with crudites are all examples of smart picks.
Numerous studies suggest that excess fructosefound abundantly in soda and packaged snacksincreases the accumulations of belly fatespecially in men.
And for the best weight loss results, limit yourself to 25 grams of added sugar a day.
Super easy yet extremely effective.
And then there are those who get hit with both.
To rid unwanted belly fat, you have to firststrip away stress.
Carve out time to take naps, get a good night’s rest and meditate.
DON’T STARVE
Skipping meals isnevera good idea.
For a double belly-shrinking whammy, look for veggies rich in vitamin C, like bell peppers.
The nutrient has been shown to counteract stress hormones which trigger fat storage around the midsection.
“We often find ourselves in situations where we are mindlessly eating because we’re bored.
“you could do it anywhere you go, any time of the year.
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Do five intervals with a 3-5 minute rest in between or until your heart rate has completely recovered.”
“This helps you run a lower risk of back pain.
It’s also a fantastic exercise to help slim down your waistline.”
The more aligned you are, the more effective it is.
Live By the Half-Plate Rule
Fill at least half of your lunch and dinner plate with vegetables.
Keep eating this way and the pounds will painlessly melt away.”
Unfortunately, there’s more to it than that.
Luckily, the fix is a simple one: Just distribute your protein intake evenly throughout the day.
Check out ourultimate guide to proteinfor your one-stop shop.
That way, the sweetness can go with dinner, but also act as a low-cal dessert.
EAT A DINOSAUR
Kale is the Jennifer Lawrence of superfoods, acclaimed and enjoyed by millions.
Trouble is, it risks becoming the Jennifer Lawrence of superfoods, at risk of numbing overexposure.
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black or lacinato kale.
SIP WHITE TEA
Think of white tea as Spanx in a cup.
Brew this and burn fat.
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Though there are various mechanisms at play, one group of researchers say that the spice may diminish appetite.
CRACK AN EGG
Want your metabolism stoked all day long?
Of course, you doand making it happen is as easy as sitting down to a protein-richbreakfast.
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A study published in theJournalof Physiological Sciencesfound that taking zinc supplements could increase leptin production.
Add them toovernight oatsto get the flat-belly benefits every time it’s breakfast time!
What makes them so great?
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But that’s not all!
The sweet fruit also contains compounds that ward off and reverse age-related loss of memory and motor coordination.
And all that fiber is good news for your belly.
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Low-fat milk and cinnamon are the best accompaniments.
In fact, whole grains are a dietary staple of people with the littlest middles.
When it comes to diet, being unrefined is a good thing!
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You got it: coconut oil.
What makes coconut oil superior to other fats is its medium chain triglycerides.
At roughly 117 calories per tablespoon, it’s a near identical caloric swap for olive oil.
SNACK ON SEEDS
Sunflower seeds make a healthy and filling addition to any diet.
A quarter-cup serving packs just over 200 calories and provides 3 grams of fiber.
“Sunflower seeds and Sunbutter are two great belly-busters, says registered dietitian Lauren Slayton of Foodtrainers.
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