Delicious Ways to MELT BELLY FAT — FAST
These superfoods are rich in nutrients that have been study-proven to flush fat-packing toxins and fire up metabolism to help you slim and energize in 2018!
WINE STEADIES BLOOD SUGAR
Unwinding with 4 oz. of wine daily can help shrink your waistline by 3 inches, research from New York’s University at Buffalo suggests. The reason? Alcohol makes muscle cells more sensitive to insulin, the hormone that helps cells absorb and burn excess blood sugar before it can be turned into fat. Looking for a low-cal option? Try an Australian dry white Riesling or a red Barbera.
TURNIPS FLUSH EXCESS FLUIDS
To shed up to 4 pounds this month, enjoy more turnips. According to Yale University scientists, plant compounds in the root vegetable improve the ability of kidney cells to flush excess fluids by up to 22 percent. Tip: Pick the smallest turnips you can find — they become sweet when roasted and make an excellent addition to longsimmering soups.
ASPARAGUS ELIMINATES TOXINS
These tasty stalks can help banish belly fat. Stanford University researchers report that two plant compounds in asparagus activate detoxifying liver enzymes, which boosts the organ’s ability to break down and eliminate metabolism-slowing toxins by 30 percent. Another perk: Nutrients in the vegetable tamp down bloat and gassiness in just 30 minutes.
BEEF REVS METABOLISM
Rich stores of amino acids and zinc in beef work synergistically to activate the breakdown of stored body fat. The effect is so powerful that science from the University of Oklahoma suggests it can help women burn 100 additional calories per day and triple belly-fat loss in a month. Another benefit: Iron and folic acid in beef provide an instant shot of energy.
CHOCOLATE STOPS FAT ABSORPTION
Digging in to a slice of chocolate mousse cake has a surprising slimming benefit: Research out of the University of California at San Diego shows adults who eat chocolate five times a week weigh 5 to 7 pounds less than those who rarely indulge. The credit goes to polyphenols in cocoa powder that help reduce the absorption of carbohydrates and fat into the bloodstream.