See How You Can lose Belly Fat Without Exercise
Belly fat is the fat tissue situated around the abdominal organs. Excess belly fat is dangerous because the fat released from the area is processed by the liver and is then transported to the arteries, which can cause diabetes, heart disease and some cancers.
1 Proper rest can reduce belly fat. The longer an individual stays up, the more a person will eat. A tired body also produces more ghrelin, which makes the body crave fat-building foods such as sugar. Lack of sleep also affects cortisol levels in the body by altering hormone production, which in turn causes insulin sensitivity, one of the prime reasons of belly fat. Getting at least 7 hours of sleep every night reduces belly fat without having to exercise.
2 Studies have found that a person who vigorously walks a mile burns the same amount of calories as an individual that takes their time, and the person who opts for a relaxing walk is more likely to take another walk again. Adopting a walking plan that includes relaxing walks with an option to speed walk reduces belly fat and begins to firm the abdomen. The endurance and inclination of this low-impact cardiovascular exercise boosts metabolism, which determines the rate of how fast the fats, protein and carbs are broken down and used for energy instead of merely sitting in the abdomen.
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3 The high levels of fiber in dark, leafy greens reduce belly fat by enhancing the digestive tract. The fiber in unsalted nuts also aid the digestive tract and may delay the hunger-producing ghrelin in the body.
4 Olive oil reduces fat by giving the body a satisfied feeling while eating and increasing the blood flow in the brain functions associated with fat consumption.
5 The fat-burning proteins in shallots are essential in losing belly fat, and adding vinegar to a meal allows the acetic acid to burn belly fat.
Here is a recipe that contains all these belly fat burning foods:
Mustard Greens & Bulgur
2 chopped shallots
12 cups sliced mustard greens with removed stems
1 cup bulgur
1/3 cup pitted chopped dates
2-3 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons chopped unsalted nuts
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
6 teaspoons olive oil, extra-virgin
4 teaspoons white-wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
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1. Prepare bulgar as directed, then rinse under cool water in a colander. Place walnuts in a dry skillet over medium-low heat to toast.
2. Place 5 teaspoons oil and shallots and cook for 4 to 6 minutes until brown. Add garlic to the shallots and stir for about 15 seconds. Add dates, mustard greens and 2 tablespoons of water and cook until mustard greens become tender and water evaporates.
3. Place the prepared bulgur in the mixture along with vinegar and salt and cook for about 1 minutes. Drizzle 1 teaspoon of olive oil and walnuts to the blend right before serving.
