When it comes to embarking on a weight loss journey, you might find that the extra pounds around your middle might present a greater challenge.
Such weight might present itself as a tad more stubborn than other areas due to a possible combination of fluctuating hormones, genetics and lifestyle factors.
However, it is not impossible to banish belly fat once and for all, as weight loss coach Soraya told followers.
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Soraya outlined the top three foods to prioritise to melt away belly fat
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Sharing her hack to melt away the extra pounds, the macro nutrition coach laid out three types of foods that she prioritised when she transformed her body.
"If you incorporate these three foods within your high protein calorie deficit, you’re going to see your stomach shrink in no time,” she promised.
Protein
A dietary essential, protein “helps keep you full longer than any other macro nutrient”. Such a quality is necessary for fat loss since it is crucial to adopt a calorie deficit.
And, if you feel full, it will be much easier not to rustle around in the kitchen for an extra snack to keep yourself satiated until dinner.
“On top of that, it preserves muscle during weight loss and if you’re losing weight and preserving muscle, the only thing left to lose is fat,” Soraya said.
Some examples she recommended include chicken breast, turkey breast, white fish, tuna (in water), egg whites, Greek yoghurt, cottage cheese, tofu, lentils and prawns.
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Fibre
The second food that Soraya highlights is high-fibre foods, which “create a feeling of physical fullness so when you have a lot of high-fibre foods you physically don’t feel the need to eat more than what you have on your plate”.
Additionally, she points out that fibre is digested more slowly, meaning that it will keep you fuller for longer.
“Mixing lean proteins and high fibre together will make it much easier to stay consistent with your calorie deficit because you literally will not be hungry,” Soraya explained.
Oats, black beans, chickpeas, broccoli, raspberries, pears, chia seeds, flaxseeds, artichokes and split peas are all lauded as excellent sources of fibre.
Protein, fibre and healthy fats are key dietary staples to assist with weight loss
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Healthy fats
Finally, healthy fats make up the final part of the triad of dietary fundamentals, which are behind hormone production and metabolic regulation.
Plenty of such foods contain omega threes, helping to tackle inflammation which is often the reason behind stubborn belly fat.
Recommended natural sources include avocados, olive oil, walnuts, almonds, chia seeds, salmon, flaxseeds, pumpkin seeds, dark chocolate and natural peanut butter.
But, Soraya warned: “You cannot spot reduce fat if you lose it you’re going to lose it all over your body. The key is to be in a calorie deficit so you maintain muscle and lose fat.”
If you are on the look-out for ways to lose weight, it is always wise to consult your GP or certified professional to assess the best ways to do so.