Foods For A Flat Stomach – Eat These Healthy Foods For A Flat And Sexy Stomach!

Is there really such a thing? Is there a wonder food that melts fat? I think using the word “melt” may be a bit of a stretch, but Prevention magazine and Web MD have identified five categories of foods that will help you trim your waistline.

Liz Vaccariello, editor-in-chief of Prevention magazine, and Cynthia Sass, co-authors of the Flat Belly Diet, have coined the term MUFA, an acronym that stands for monounsaturated fatty acids, which all foods for a flat belly contain. MUFAs, healthy dietary fats, are vital for bodily function and protect the body from various diseases.

The five categories include: avocados, nuts and seeds, healthy oils, olives, and dark chocolate. (Definitely my favorite!) Try to include several servings of these foods at each meal to help lose belly fat.

Serving Sizes:

Dark chocolate = 1/4 cup
Olives = 10 large
Healthy oils = 1 tablespoon
Nuts and seeds = 2 tablespoons
Avocado = 1/4 cup

Fitness Magazine has identified ten foods that they believe are the key to getting flat abs. All of these foods contain fiber to get rid of bloating, antioxidants, and protein, all of which promote a properly functioning metabolism.

Do you want a smooth and sexy belly? If so, you need to change your diet and add the following foods to your daily diet…

1. Almonds… Yes, you’re right, they fall into the MUFA category. Almonds contain protein, fiber, vitamin E and magnesium.

2. Eggs… Sometimes referred to as the perfect protein, add eggs to your diet, unless you have high cholesterol, if so, check with your doctor first.

3. Soy… Yes, I did say soy, to some this may sound like a foreign concept, but soy is a fantastic source of fiber and antioxidants. Try something new… head to your local Japanese restaurant and order a bowl of edamame, boiled soybeans, and you’ll be hooked in no time. Tofu and soy milk are other delicious options.

4. Apples… Remember the old adage: “An apple a day keeps the doctor away”? seems to be true. Apples are rich in fiber and water, both of which make you feel satisfied and full. Most of the antioxidants in an apple come from flavonoids, known to reduce certain cancers, keep your heart healthy, and lower cholesterol levels.

5. Berries… Packed with fiber and antioxidants, berries can be eaten plain, sprinkled on whole grain cereals, or used as a topping on your favorite yogurt.

6. Vegetables… Low in calories, high in fiber and a good source of calcium. Try to add three servings a day. Chinese kale, a wide variety of lettuces, spinach, arugula, and collard greens will add interest and variety to your salads and side dishes.

7. Yogurt… This one surprised me. A research study published by the International Journal of Obesity states that people who get their calcium from yogurt lose more belly weight than people who get their calcium from other sources. Consuming yogurt aids digestion and reduces the incidence of bloating, gas, and constipation.

8. Vegetable Soup: Eating a bowl of vegetable soup is a low-calorie way to fill up and get your veggies in for the day!

9. Salmon …Add this healthy fish packed with omega-3 fatty acids to your diet.

10. Quinoa… Pronounced KEEN-wah, it packs five grams of fiber and eleven grams of protein per half cup. I don’t know much about this whole grain, but I really want to try it!

Fiber, MUFA, omega-3 fatty acids, protein, antioxidants, wow, have you noticed? Flat Belly foods are healthy foods. Make smart choices, avoid processed foods that are high in fat and sugar, add exercise to the mix; and your belly will look flat, sexy and fabulous!