Belly fat or abdominal fat is not just skin; it is fat in the abdomen area. This fat lies inside your abdomen and surrounds internal organs. According to nutritionist Rupeet Kaur, Founder and CEO at Diet Ryt, belly fat carries heavy health risks.
“In case those extra inches around your waistline make you uncomfortable, here are some tips. Though it is very difficult to lose fat from a targeted area without affecting the overall body,” Kaur told Financial Express.com.
Here are some drinks that can help reduce belly fat:
- Green tea: Green tea is obtained from unoxidized leaves of the ‘Camellia sinensis’ plant. It is generally considered a healthier version of tea, as it goes through fewer processing steps as compared to black tea. It has an abundant amount of flavonoid. It is an antioxidant, which promotes gut health and helps reduce belly fat. The catechins in green tea also break down fat cells and promote weight loss.
- Aloe vera: Aloe vera is a versatile plant from the succulent family. It holds a significant place in Ayurveda due to its therapeutic properties. Due to its detoxifying properties, it helps reduce water retention. Aloe vera also has laxative properties that promote gut health, boost metabolism, and hence promote weight loss. Aloe vera enzyme can help burn calories more effectively. Some studies support that consumption of aloe vera helps the weight-loss process.
- Lemon cucumber mint juice: Lemon, cucumber, and mint juice is a great way to cleanse your body and reduce belly fat. Lemon is enriched with vitamin C. Vitamin C is an antioxidant that promotes metabolism. Cucumber is a low-fat food. It has a 90% water content, which keeps your body hydrated. Apart from this, water helps detoxify your body and remove toxins. Mint is also great for removing free radicals and toxins from your body.
- Apple cider vinegar: Apple cider vinegar has been very popular for weight loss/fat loss for decades. Though it may not give miraculous results, incorporating it into your balanced diet can be of great benefit in the belly fat loss process. According to some experts, ACV may help reduce calorie intake as it can control appetite. Some studies also suggest that ACV helps burn calories. Start your morning with ACV for the best results.
- Saunf awain water: These two ingredients do not need any introduction. Since older times, saunf and ajwain have been powerhouses for digestion and gut health alleviation. Saunf/fennel seeds are great for appetite control, whereas ajwain/carrom seeds aid fat breakdown, which results in faster fat loss around the belly area. Apart from this, these two help remove toxins from the body and give clear skin.
- Haldi and black pepper water: Turmeric/haldi contains a compound called ‘curcumin.’ According to some studies, curcumin blocks the growth of fat cells and also burns fat. This results in fat loss. On the other hand, black pepper has a chemical named ‘piperine.’ Piperine generates heat in the body and helps burn calories. When turmeric and black pepper are consumed together, they become a great combination and amplify your fat loss process. Apart from this, both are rich with anti-inflammatory properties.