Foods that favor the accumulation of adipose tissue are sugars, saturated and trans fats, hydrogenated vegetable fat and refined flours. (Credit: Pixabay)
Food has a direct relationship with the accumulation of fat in the belly area. On the other hand, when it is balanced and healthy, with foods rich in fiber, lean proteins and healthy fats, it can help reduce abdominal fat deposits. Next, check out which foods to avoid and how to adopt a more balanced diet.
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foods to avoid
Foods that favor the accumulation of adipose tissue are sugars, saturated and trans fats, hydrogenated vegetable fat and refined flours. “Gluten-containing foods are the champions in this regard. By delaying digestion, they cause flatulence and abdominal distension, in addition to preventing the correct absorption of essential nutrients for proper organic functioning”, says Alice Amaral, a doctor specializing in Nutrology.
According to her, other foods that also contribute to the increase in abdominal fat are fried, canned, processed, alcoholic beverages, soft drinks and foods rich in sodium and flavor enhancers.
healthier replacements
Some simple replacements can avoid unwanted localized fat. Regina Moraes Teixeira, postgraduate nutritionist in functional nutrition, specialist in dietary reeducation, phytotherapy in nutrition and gestational nutrition, recommends:
- Swap industrialized juices for natural juices or frozen fruit pulp;
- Be very attentive to the food label and observe if there is saturated or trans fat;
- Swapping flours and cereals for the whole version, in addition to being rich in nutrients, increases satiety due to the presence of fiber.
stay away from them
According to nutritionist Alice Amaral, some foods should definitely be excluded from the diet. “Canned, processed, sugar, soda, and foods high in sodium and enhancers,” she recommends. She also suggests switching to more natural and organic foods seasoned with herbs. “In the case of alcoholic beverages, a glass of good quality dry red wine is allowed”, she emphasizes.
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