Get lean in the kitchen.

If you were to ask most men and women what their problem area is, the part of their body that they want to get in shape more than anything else, you’d find a decent amount of diversity. Many guys will say they want to have a chiseled chest or a bigger back, while women may focus more on their glutes and legs. If there was a particular area that both men and women would agree needs some much needed attention then there’s no doubt that it would be the belly.

Belly fat is keeping you from realizing your full potential. You can chisel your chest all you want, get your legs and glutes in order, but if you have love handles and a muffin top then it won’t really matter all that much. The thing about belly fat is that no matter what other body parts you build up, the waist will always be the most important. Why? It’s the epicenter of the body, the place that connects the upper and lower body. There’s a reason it’s called the midsection after all.

If you want to get your waistline shrinking then you’re going to have to workout, that’s just common knowledge. But a change in your eating habits could help burn away your stubborn belly fat and give you a more aesthetic physique.
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Fish

Besides being a great protein source, the omega-3s in fish, particularly salmon, can be great for not just your heart and brain health but also boosts metabolism.

Almonds

Nuts are great for hunger control and can keep you full longer. It’s packed with healthy fats and protein, but can be a bit high in calories, so monitor your intake.

Dark Chocolate

The antioxidant agents at work in dark chocolate can be great for losing that extra bit of stomach fat. The gut microbes in the stomach turn dark chocolate into anti-inflammatory compound that will aid you in your fat burning journey.

Eggs

Eggs contain vitamin B12, which your body needs to metabolize fat. The protein that it provides also has a major impact on building lean muscle.

Green Tea

Tea is a great option to keep your metabolism sped up. Studies have shown that green tea has great effect in burning off some pesky fat.

Broccoli and Green Leafy Vegetables

Vegetables are the key to rounding out your diet and contain high amount of fiber which will both keep you full longer as well as keep your metabolism trucking along.
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