Belly fat can be caused for several different reasons. For example, if you work in an office where you barely are moving, that will contribute to belly fat. Even stress can cause belly fat. You eat more when you are stressed because the stress hormone (cortisol) is increased, causing you to have hunger cravings. Gut health is so important to give you a healthy immune system. An imbalance in gut health will put you at risk for type 2 diabetes, cancer, or heart disease. Remember to love yourself and don’t forget that you are amazing just the way you are. But it is good to eat healthy and you deserve to look and feel good! Below are some quality tips that will change your gut health.

Some Tips That You Should Follow To Lose Belly Fat:

1. Eat breakfast

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. You body’s metabolism will slow down when you sleep but when you digest it stimulates it. So eating when you wake up will get your metabolism going again.

2. Eat smaller portions

Sometimes when you have a larger plate, you tend to put more food on it. If you have a smaller plate, you will do the same. You could be eating double the amount of food just based on your plate size. 

3.Get enough sleep

The more hours you sleep, the more fat and calories will be burned. Try to get 8 hours of sleep a night at least. Also, sleep will help you to perform more activities and you will get more out of any exercise you do.

4. Chew food longer

Every time you chew, your brain will produce hormones to tell you when to stop eating (or when you are full). 

5. Exercise

Consider hiking, running, going to the gym, doing yoga, etc. All of those will cause you to burn fat. Your body will thank you and you will build endurance. It is great for your mind. You will achieve more self love and confidence. 

6. Drink plenty of water

Women should be drinking about 12 cups of water a day, while men should be drinking about 16. This depends on the weather, size, and exercise as well. Water helps to break down your food so that your body can take in the nutrients.

Foods To Avoid To Get A Flat Tummy

1. Sugar

I am 100% sure that you saw this one coming. But yes, it must go. Sugar raises your insulin levels, causing your body to store more fat. Not to forget that it affects your immune system, and now more than ever we need a strong immune system that can fight off anything and everything. There are healthier options that will still hit the spot for any sweet tooths out there. For example, Avocado Chocolate Pudding, Raspberry Thyme Granita, Black Bean Brownies, etc.

2. Alcohol

We’ve all heard the term “beer belly.” Alcohol is a big contributor to belly fat. It slows down your metabolism through depressing your central nervous system. Also, studies found that it had an abundance of fat and calories. You might feel pretty bloated the day after you drink. Personally, I feel bloated all of my body even my face feels pretty puffy. It is recommended that women drink a maximum of 1 alcoholic beverage a day, while men drink a maximum of 2. 

3. Dairy

Speaking of being bloated, dairy products usually cause bloating because it causes gas. Try cutting out any dairy products, if you do notice a difference, try lactose free milk. You can also try almond milk, a great solution for lactose intolerant people.

4. Meat 

Processed meats like bacon, sausage and deli meat are the least healthy meats you can eat. There was a study where people who ate processed meats had a larger waistline than those who did not. You don’t have to give unprocessed meats entirely but make it more of a once in a while kind of thing. But you do not have to worry about unprocessed meats because they don’t have the same correlation. 

5. Fried Foods

Needless to say, fried foods are pretty bad for you. Studies show that people who eat more fast food have a larger waistline, higher triglycerides, and weigh more than those who don’t eat fried foods. Fried foods don’t react well with your body because they have a high level of saturated fat with little to no nutrients. 

6. Carbs

Refined carbs will drive your metabolism down because of the increase in insulin. Studies have shown that when people cut out carbohydrates, their appetite also goes down, causing them to lose weight.

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7. Sodiums

We all like a little salt in our meals but too much is a no-no. Sodium will bloat you because you will start to retain water. Also, your blood pressure can be altered, which could leads to life threatening episodes like aneurysm or heart failure. Keep it to a minimum!

What To Eat Instead

1. Bananas

Bananas will help to stop your bloating through the potassium and magnesium. Also, they increase your metabolism by leveling your body’s water balance.

2. Oats

Oats are a great carb that will keep you full and give you energy to conquer the day ahead. 

3. Eggs

One egg a day will keep the belly fat away! Eggs are a great source of protein and amino acid, which will burn your fat. Also, they are low in calorie and fat.

4. Nuts

Nuts are high in protein and keep you full longer than most snacks. If you are vegetarian, this is a great way to get to your desired protein levels.

5. Fruits

Fruits are filled with potassium, helping you to curb the bloating and inflammation. You can even add lime or oranges to your water, which will help to keep the bloating to a minimum.

Do you have any additional tips on how to lose belly fat? What foods did you have to cut out? Please comment down below!