Belly fat is hard to get rid of—but it’s not impossible! Learn about simple steps you can take to finally rid yourself of that excess belly fat and flatten your tummy in as little as one month!
Eat Foods with Protein
Eating foods high in protein can help promote belly fat loss. Lean meats like chicken and fish, eggs, nuts, and low-fat dairy products are some great sources of protein that you can eat for your meals. Adding a protein shake or supplement is also an easy way to get extra protein into your diet if you’re looking to quickly shed fat from your belly.
Exercise Regularly
One very effective way to reduce belly fat is by exercising regularly. Researchers have found that working out at least three times per week can help you lose excess fat. If you’re new to exercise, start off slow and gradually increase your activity level as your body gets used to moving. If you already have an exercise routine, try adding a few more high-intensity workouts each week to help boost weight loss results.
Do Not Snack Between Meals
Snacking is one of our biggest belly fat culprits. We can’t tell you how many times we’ve heard, I just couldn’t stop eating, so I decided to have a little something between meals. The same could be said for eating while watching TV or reading. Make time to eat and do it at regular intervals; that alone will help get rid of your belly fat problem.
Wake Up Early and Work Out First Thing In The Morning
If you want to lose belly fat, you’ll need to exercise. However, if your mornings are always hectic and rushed, it can be difficult to squeeze in a workout. By waking up 30 minutes earlier than usual and doing something active for that time (whether it’s going for a run or jumping rope), you’ll be giving yourself time to work out before your day gets too busy. Plus, getting your workout done early will make it easier to go back to sleep earlier at night.
Drink A Glass Of Warm Water With Lemon Each Morning
When you wake up, your body’s cortisol levels are at their highest. This hormone is released by your adrenal glands during times of stress—such as waking up—and causes belly fat to accumulate. When you drink water with lemon, it can help improve liver function and flush out toxins like cortisol which can lead to belly fat. Try drinking 2-3 glasses per day before breakfast!
Do Not Skip Breakfast
When you skip breakfast or eat foods that are high in sugar or empty calories, your body’s metabolism slows down, making it harder to burn belly fat. Eating whole grains, low-fat dairy products and plenty of fruits and vegetables will help keep your metabolism humming along at a good pace. It also helps if you snack on high-fiber foods such as berries and nuts (15).
Reduce Carbohydrates From Your Diet
While complex carbohydrates (think whole-grain pieces of bread and brown rice) provide your body with sustainable energy, refined carbs (such as sugar, white bread, and other highly processed items) send your blood sugar on a roller coaster ride. If you’re trying to lose weight but also have belly fat to lose, reducing or eliminating carbohydrates can help you achieve both goals. But only cutting back on carbs won’t help—you also need to increase muscle mass through strength training and other exercises.
Sleep On Your Left Side
Sleeping on your left side can help reduce belly fat, according to research published in Digestive Diseases and Sciences. The key is that you need to sleep on your left side for at least 8 hours a night. You also need to avoid eating large meals before going to bed if you want optimal results. When you’re sleeping, your body’s natural response is to use all available energy stores. If those stores are full because you ate too much earlier in the day, then they won’t be used when they could have been otherwise. This means more belly fat!
