1. Oranges
Appropriate Vitamin C levels are required to keep one’s body functioning at optimal levels. On the other hand, if burning fat is the main objective, the sugar levels in oranges might be of concern. Not to deny the fact that oranges do contain sugar, which, if not burnt, has the potential to turn to fat. However, the calorie count is low in oranges and they contain fiber which helps to regulate blood glucose levels.
2. Watermelon
Watermelon, a juicy fruit, contains 91 percent water and acts as a natural diuretic, thereby making it a perfect food to reduce abdominal fat. It helps one to feel full for a longer time and also aids reduction of excess water in the body.
Watermelon is also rich in vitamins B1, B6 and C, and also contains potassium and magnesium. It is cholesterol free and contains lesser calories.
Consuming two glasses of watermelon juice every day for eight weeks helps reduce one’s body weight, especially the abdomen fat, without altering muscle mass. Consuming watermelon regularly lowers the risks associated with coronary artery plaque buildup and other heart diseases.
3. Celery
Celery is full of fiber and contains calcium and vitamin C, while it is very low in calories, which helps in weight loss. In order to get a flat stomach, one can fill their plate with green leafy vegetables like celery.
Drinking half a glass of celery juice before eating lunch or dinner cleanses one’s system. Celery can be added to salads or soups. Celery contains a natural compound, apigenin that is said to reduce the risk of ovarian cancer in women.
4. Beans
Beans are an excellent source of soluble fiber and are a staple item in “The Four Hour Body’s Slow Carb ideal Diet”. Beans, due to their fiber content, are well known for their ability to help regulate blood sugar levels. Consuming different types of beans regularly reduces body fat, develops muscles and improves digestion. They also help one feel full for a longer period, thus avoiding overeating.
The soluble fiber in beans targets especially abdominal fat, helping to break it down thereby eliminating unwanted fat from the body. Apart from these, the protein content in beans provides energy for the body. It is easy to incorporate beans in everyday meals by adding them to salads, soups or side dishes.
5. Cranberry Juice
Cranberry juice is rich in anti-oxidants and also acts as an excellent diuretic which helps remove the excess fluids from body. This reduces weight gain attributable to fluid retention.
6. Almonds
Almonds are rich in protein and they form great snacks which can keep one from eating high fat content such as chips or sweets as snacks. According to several researches, people who snack on a handful of nuts feel tummy full and eat less throughout the day, compared to those who snack on traditional diet food. Eating almonds reduces hunger pang and also help fight against heart diseases. Almonds are high in magnesium, and form a key source for muscle building. Having more muscle will help one burn more abdomen fat.
7. Cucumbers
Cucumbers are packed with minerals, dietary fibers and vitamins and are considered to be an extremely refreshing, low-calorie food. 100 grams of cucumber contains roughly 96 percent water and contains only about 45 calories.
A plate of cucumber salad everyday is an efficient and healthy way to cleanse one’s body of harmful toxins released by the digestive system. It also aids weight loss and gives the person radiant & glowing skin as they are rich in vitamins B and C.
8. Avocado
For many years dieters had avoided avocados due to their fat content, as it was a popular misconception that everything that had fat in it was considered to be evil. However, now it has been found that not all fat is bad and that, good fats actually help to lose unwanted fat.
Consumption of avocados is a great idea for reducing weight. Avocados are rich in fiber content which reduces hunger pangs and keeps one from overeating. Avocado also provides various beauty and health benefits due to its anti-aging, anti fungal and antibacterial properties.
9. Tart Cherries
Consuming tart cherries as a part of one’s diet helps lower risk of metabolic syndrome and heart disease. Metabolic syndrome increases the risk of abdominal fat, diabetes and heart diseases.
Tart cherries help reduce cholesterol levels and fat content in the body to a great extent. They also have antioxidant properties that provide anti-aging benefits, making one look younger and feel better.
10. Oat bran
Oat bran is another food that is rich in fiber. Fiber aids burning abdominal fat as it indicates when one's tummy feels full. Food that have high in fiber content are digested slower than most other foods and hence food such as oat bran, prevents overeating.
