We all know by now abs are made in the kitchen and revealed in
the gym, so let me just jump right into it, here are the 6 foods to eat
daily to lose stomach fat:
Kale
Cabbage
Brussels Sprouts
Broccoli
Bok Choy
Cauliflower
These 6 vegetables are all members of the cruciferous family of vegetables. They are already well known for their role in reducing the risk of cancer because of their high amount of phytochemicals. They are high in fiber, vitamin A, C and folic acid.
Cruciferous vegetables also contain glucosinolates, which give them their characteristic spicy or better taste. When the cell wall of these vegetables are broken via blending, chopping, or chewing they release an enzyme called myrosinase which converts glucosinolates into several cancer fighting substances but the one I want to talk to you about is indole 3-carbinol which is an anti-estrogen.
What does this have to do with my ability to lose stomach fat?
Glad you asked. Everyday we are bombarded with toxic chemicals in our environment that cause us to have hormonal imbalances in particular excessive amounts of estrogen also known as "Estrogen Dominance" which is the leading cause of fat gain around the stomach, hips and thighs. Estrogen Dominance is responsible for a host of illnesses:
PMS
Infertility
PCOS
Fatigue
Irritability
Allergies and Asthma
Mood Swings
Thyroid dysfunction.
These are just a few of the illnesses caused by Estrogen Dominance. Eating unfermented soy products, using plastics and yes cans that are not BPA Free, pesticides and not eating organic all cause an increase in estrogen levels. Even in men excessive amounts of estrogen causes us to store fat in our abdominal area. Thank God for the cruciferous crew! By the way did you know that cruciferous is Latin for cross bearing? I thought that was an interesting tid bit.
Is there any special way to eat or prepare them?
They are best eaten raw or lightly steamed and the more you chew or chop them the more of the enzyme is released. Mix them up but 1-2 different kinds everyday. The more you cook them the less cancer fighting and anti-estrogen properties they have and the more bitter they will taste. This is one of the reasons why I love green food smoothies, I can eat my kale raw and don't even taste it. In addition to creating a calorie deficit and exercising these 6 foods will be a great asset to help you lose the stomach fat for good!
Kale
Cabbage
Brussels Sprouts
Broccoli
Bok Choy
Cauliflower
These 6 vegetables are all members of the cruciferous family of vegetables. They are already well known for their role in reducing the risk of cancer because of their high amount of phytochemicals. They are high in fiber, vitamin A, C and folic acid.
Cruciferous vegetables also contain glucosinolates, which give them their characteristic spicy or better taste. When the cell wall of these vegetables are broken via blending, chopping, or chewing they release an enzyme called myrosinase which converts glucosinolates into several cancer fighting substances but the one I want to talk to you about is indole 3-carbinol which is an anti-estrogen.
What does this have to do with my ability to lose stomach fat?
Glad you asked. Everyday we are bombarded with toxic chemicals in our environment that cause us to have hormonal imbalances in particular excessive amounts of estrogen also known as "Estrogen Dominance" which is the leading cause of fat gain around the stomach, hips and thighs. Estrogen Dominance is responsible for a host of illnesses:
PMS
Infertility
PCOS
Fatigue
Irritability
Allergies and Asthma
Mood Swings
Thyroid dysfunction.
These are just a few of the illnesses caused by Estrogen Dominance. Eating unfermented soy products, using plastics and yes cans that are not BPA Free, pesticides and not eating organic all cause an increase in estrogen levels. Even in men excessive amounts of estrogen causes us to store fat in our abdominal area. Thank God for the cruciferous crew! By the way did you know that cruciferous is Latin for cross bearing? I thought that was an interesting tid bit.
Is there any special way to eat or prepare them?
They are best eaten raw or lightly steamed and the more you chew or chop them the more of the enzyme is released. Mix them up but 1-2 different kinds everyday. The more you cook them the less cancer fighting and anti-estrogen properties they have and the more bitter they will taste. This is one of the reasons why I love green food smoothies, I can eat my kale raw and don't even taste it. In addition to creating a calorie deficit and exercising these 6 foods will be a great asset to help you lose the stomach fat for good!
Shelita Williams, R.N. Certified Fitness Trainer, helps aspiring
and established women entrepreneurs who struggle with achieving their
health and fitness goals, to lose weight, increase energy, boost
confidence and establish their brand integrity so that they are poised,
fit and motivated to start, manage and grow their business!. Shelita's
book has been featured on CNN, as well as TCT television network to name
a few. Go to http://www.shelitawilliams.com to get a free weight loss ecourse to learn exactly what Shelita did to lose over 80 lbs. Connect with Shelita on facebook at http://www.facebook.com/shelitawilliamspage
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