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If you’ve put on a few extra pounds in the past few months, you’re not alone. The ‘Quarantine 15’ is no joke and to lose it, you’ll have to do some work. Aside from getting a bit more exercise, what you eat can have a direct connection to how quickly you lose the unwanted fat.
Quick weight gain can result in unwanted belly fat. There are foods that can help you lose belly fat quicker that are not only healthy but also delicious to eat. If you gained a few extra pounds, add more of these foods to your diet.
Avocados are filled with fat, but the fats contained in avocados are actually great for your belly fat. They are also filled with fiber, antioxidants, and potassium among other vitamins and minerals. Potassium is a natural diuretic that aids in getting rid of excess sodium and fluid.
In a study, two groups ate the same amount of calories per day. One group ate a fresh avocado on a daily basis. After three months, the group that consumed avocado had a reduction in visceral belly fat while the other group did not.
Nuts and seeds also contain healthy fats along with antioxidants, fiber, and other vitamins and minerals. The most beneficial nuts include almonds, Brazil nuts, hazelnuts, cashews, macadamia, pecan, pistachios, walnuts, pecans, and pine nuts.
People that get a regular dose of nuts are shown to have smaller waist measurements, as well as, a lower BMI and blood pressure.
Lentils are an extremely versatile food that can be added to a ton of meals. In a belly fat study, people that consumed more soluble fiber had a decrease in visceral fat accumulation of 3.7%. Lentils are chocked full of soluble fiber and can be used as a replacement for meat since they are also packed with protein.
Whole grains can also help reduce your waistline. Unlike refined grains that increase belly fat, whole grains can help reduce it. Many diets suggest not eating grains at all; however, if you consume whole grains in moderation they can help you reach your goals.
Salmon is one of the best sources for vitamin D. When your body is low on vitamin D, your body can accumulate unwanted fat – including visceral belly fat. Adding more salmon to your diet will ensure you are getting the recommended amount of vitamin D into your diet.
One 4-ounce portion of salmon contains 80% of the recommended daily amount of vitamin D. Salmon is extremely versatile as it can be baked, grilled, or smoked as your meals protein or added to salads, spreads, and more.
By adding these foods to your diet, along with the proper amount of exercise, you can lose your extra belly fat accumulated with your COVID-15 faster.
