It’s been linked to some cancers, jot down 2 diabetes and more.
Eating a lot of processed sugar can lead to quite a lot of it getting stored as fat.
Flavored coffees and tropical smoothies are also known to hide lots of sugar as well."
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The best way to tell if you’re losing visceral fat by how your clothes are fitting.
Pants may fit more loosely or you may need to take your belt in a notch or two.
So what are the 13 worst to eat when you’re trying to lose visceral fat?
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Read on to discover each one.
This is almost as many calories as pure fat, which has 9 calories per gram.
In comparison, carbohydrates and protein have 4 calories per gram.
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Second, alcohol can interfere with your body’s ability to burn fat.
Fourth, alcohol can interfere with your sleep, which can affect your metabolism and hormone levels."
Like any other food, the nutritional content of frozen meals can vary widely.
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Some frozen meals may be relatively healthy, while others may be more processed and less nutritious.
It’s important to read the nutrition label and ingredient list on frozen meals to understand their nutrient content.
They may also be low in fiber and other important nutrients.
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These are all significantly associated with an increase in visceral body fat."
These all trigger the growth of adipose tissue(fat), especially visceral fat.
“A variety of research has drawn a link between sugar consumption and excess body weight.
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Additionally, baked goods are extra high in unhealthy fats and sugar.
These fats increase LDL or bad cholesterol levels as well as contribute to an increase in visceral fat.
Doughnuts typically contain simple carbohydrates such as white flour, sugar, fructose or high-fructose corn syrup.
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This can lead to fat storage around the abdomen as visceral fat.
Ice cream is one of the worst foods to eat while trying to lose visceral fat.
Chips
McSorley tells us, “Chipsare an unhealthy food choice when trying to lose visceral fat.
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They are typically high in calories and loaded with saturated fats, sodium, and other additives.
It is best to use whole wheat bread or other whole grain breads that have not been refined.
A rule of thumb is to look at the ingredients list and avoid any breads that start with enriched.
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A diet high in protein can help to reduce and prevent visceral fat.
Lean protein both boosts metabolism and increases satiety.
Some sources of healthy fats include avocados, nuts, seeds, olive oil, and fatty fish.”
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