Eat like a dinosaur
Kale is known for being acclaimed and enjoyed by millions.
Sip white tea
Think of white tea as Spanx in a cup.
Brew this and burn fat.
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Sprinkle them in salads or over oats.
Though there are various mechanisms at play, one group of researchers says that the spice may diminish appetite.
To discover the brew’s fat-crusading powers,Chinese researchersfed groups of rats varying diets over a two-month period.
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While the effects aren’t proven in humans, this tea has true fat-blasting potential.
Of course, you doand making it happen is as easy as sitting down to a protein-rich breakfast.
In a2010 studyof 21, half were fed a breakfast of bagels while half ate eggs.
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Bonus: Egg yolks contain choline, a nutrient with powerful fat-burning properties
Looking for some flat-belly breakfast inspiration?
Check out thesebest breakfast foods for weight loss.
Add them to any of theseovernight oats recipesto get the flat-belly benefits stat!
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What makes them so great?
But that’s not all!
The sweet fruit also contains compounds that ward off and reverse age-related loss of memory and motor coordination.
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And for more waist-trimming tips, check out theseways to lose body fat!
And all that fiber is good news for your belly.
Just don’t mess it up by dumping brown sugar or syrup on it.
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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.
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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.
Light a candle
Have trouble cutting yourself off after you’ve eaten your fill?
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This simple action sends a message to your brainand your mouththat it’s time to stop noshing.
Throw a toothbrush in your bag
Have you ever eaten something right after brushing your teeth?
It didn’t take too appetizing, did it?
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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," says Roberts.
Lastly, protein doesn’t cause insulin spikes like refined (“white” or sugary) carbs do.
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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 favorite snack and have it, too!
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According to a2015 study, sipping 16 ounces of water before each meal can lead to significant weight loss.
To make this discovery, researchers rounded up 84 obese adults for a 12-week experiment.
After all of the participants received general weight loss advice, they were assigned to one of two groups.
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And for more ways to drop the pounds, check outhow to lose 10 pounds.
Plus, it’s easier than having to tally your carb number throughout the day!"
Grilled asparagus, sauteed spinach, marinated mushrooms, and hummus with crudites are all examples of smart picks.
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Numerous studies suggest that excess fructosefound abundantly in soda and packaged snacksincreases the accumulations of belly fatespecially in men.
If you want to indulge in a soda, pick up one of ourbest sodas for weight loss.
Or, better yet reach for one of theseweight loss teas.
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And for the best weight loss results, limit yourself to 25 grams of the added sugar a day.
Super easy yet extremely effective.
And then there are those who get hit with both.
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To deal with your belly fat, you have to first deal with your stress.
Carve out time to take naps, get a good night’s rest and meditate.
Don’t skip meals
Skipping a meal isnevera good idea.
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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.
Why should you spend your hard-earned cash on the stuff?
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“We often find ourselves in situations where we are mindlessly eating because we’re bored.
“Not only does this eliminate mindless snacking, it adds more movement into your day.”
“you’re free to 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.”
Not to mention, some serious abdominals to shrink your waist.
Sit up as straight as possible; no slouching in the lower back.
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Lightly grip the thighs or shins to assist in straightening the spine.
Lean back slightly through the chest and keep the sternum lifted to prevent arching in the back.
Lift the legs, knees squeezing together.
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Hold for 30 to 60 seconds.
Tips:Start with just steps 1 3 before progressing to steps 4 6.
Use your hand to check whether or not your back is flat.
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Depending on core strength, hamstring flexibility, and hip flexor strength, further extend the legs.
“This helps you run a lower risk of back pain.
It’s also a fantastic exercise to help slim down your waistline.”
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The more aligned you are, the more effective it is.
It’s the most fundamental movement in the history of man.
“This will burn fat, in the belly and other areas, quicker than any ab exercise.”
How to do it:Find a pull-up bar.
Pause for a second at the top, and slowly lower the legs back to the hanging position.
To stimulate the heart rate even more, perform a pull-up between each hanging leg raise.
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Be sure not to swing the legs and to stay in control of the motion!
Perform 3 sets of 10-12 raises.
If you’re looking to lose weight, incorporating them into your workout routine is a must.”
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There is no other exercise that works as many muscle groups as the burpee."
How to do it:Begin in a standing position with your feet should be shoulder-width apart.
Lower your body into a squatting position and place your hands on the floor out in front of you.
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Then, kick your feet back so that you are in a push-up position.
Lower your chest to do a push-up and then raise back up to a push-up position.
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