Belly fat is actually the most dangerous type of fat – besides aesthetics, large waist lines are indicators of –disease-disease-disease.
It takes more than just crunches! We start to gain weight in our midsection when our cortisol levels spike. Stress is one
of the primary culprits for high levels of cortisol secretion. When this happens cortisol breaks downs lean muscle
and also holds on to fat storage in the abdominal region. That stress can even get WORSE with bad dieting; studies show
that the stress caused by dieting can increase cortisol levels, making no change in belly fat even with calorie restriction.
So how do you shape up? Incorporate these 6 things below and you will be on your way to a flatter belly in no time flat!
1. Sleep
Getting about 7 hours of sleep a night is one of the best things you can do for your body shaping goals.
2. Short bursts of exercises
Try planking, where you hold yourself in a push-up position, resting your forearms on the ground. Try 3 or 4 sets of
holding for 30 seconds each. Getting up and moving throughout the day by going for walks will also help.
3. Sugar is your Enemy
Reduce calories by filling yourself up with protein, vegetables, whole grains, and
replacing bad habit snacks with good ones.
4. Vitamin C
If you’re going through an emotional crisis, stress from work, or a bad eating splurge, increase your vitamin C – it’ll
help counteract the negative side effects. Try bell peppers, kale or kiwi fruits. These have even more Vitamin C than the
famous Orange!
5. Eat Fat
Good fats include foods rich in Omega 3′s, like salmon, avocados & walnuts. These foods are full of nutrients that help
keep you satiated throughout the day.
6. Slowing down your breath
This is a very simple method that you can use even when you’re in the midst of doing something else. Whenever you notice
you’re feeling tense and uptight check and see how you’re breathing. Most people under stress either alternate holding
their breath with short breaths, or take rapid shallow breaths. After you become aware of your own breathing, consciously
relax your belly and slow down the breathing. This works best if you focus on slowing down the exhalation rather than your
inhalation.
Try this homemade juice also to reduce your belly fat:
1 cucumber
a bunch of parsley or cilantro
1 lemon
1 tbsp. grated ginger
1 tbsp. aloe vera juice
1/2 glass water
Instructions:
Juice the listed ingredients and consume the drink before going to bed.
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