3 Fatty Foods For Fat Loss

It's certainly confusing when you think about eating fat to lose fat. For many, it would probably not make sense. But here's how it works.

Healthy fats are needed for fat loss:

• They help us feel full and satisfied because of their effect on our appetites - controlling hormones, leptin and CCK.
• They prevent cravings and actually help us to lose weight when we consume them in the right forms and amounts.

According to a research done by a team of scientists at the Washington University School of Medicine, old fat stored around the belly, thighs or butt cannot be burned off effectively unless we have new fat coming in from our diet or our liver.

Dr. Natasha Turner names these 3 fat-rich foods that will help you shed off a few fatty pounds:

A Daily Dose of Extra Virgin Olive Oil: 1 Tbsp

• has been a vital component in a heart-healthy, Mediterranean-style diet.
• are rich in antioxidant compounds called polyphenols, which are known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer and anti-coagulant benefits.
• provides a rich source of plant sterols to curb inflammation, aid hormonal balance and control cholesterol.
• prevents not only belly fat accumulation but also the insulin resistance and drop in adiponectin typically seen in people who eat a high-carbohydrate diet.
• breaks down fat cells we already have!

Amazing Avocado: 1/4 to 1/8th Daily

• rich in antioxidants that are great for your complexion.
• contain glutathione, one of the most potent antioxidants and disease-fighting agents available to us.
• high in heart-friendly vitamin E and potassium.
• rich in beta-sitosterol, a natural substance shown to significantly lower blood cholesterol levels.
• helps to balance cortisol, even during exercise.
• help to restore low DHEA and decrease the inflammation typically associated with the stress of intense exercise.

Go Nuts: 10 - 15 Almonds or 1 Tbsp. of Almond Butter

• excellent source of the plant sterol beta-sitosterol.
• contain protein, fiber, plant sterols and several other heart-healthy nutrients.
• slow the absorption of carbohydrates in the body, which may help with weight loss and diabetes management.
• may reduce the impact of carbohydrate-rich foods on blood sugars.

You may now say goodbye to your 100 crunches everyday. Start including these 3 fatty foods in your diet and flat-tummy snacks.

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