I ❤ My Abs!

Taking it further, abs aren’t made in the gym; they’re made in the kitchen. Everyone has abdominal muscles, it’s just some of us have our’s covered by a layer of fat.
People who have fat covering their abs need to remove it. Now, there are two ways of removing the fat. First: intensive cardio. The cardio you do will burn the fat and define your abdominal muscles. Second: eat right. You will eat food that raises your metabolism, and doing so will burn fat even while you’re sitting.
 Burn Fats
Different foods have different thermogenic levels. Some foods with high thermogenic levels are:

• Broccoli
• Almonds
• Soy
• Cinnamon
• Cheddar
• Mushrooms
• Sweet potatoes
• Apples

You can also follow your own instinct and eat foods which raise your body temperature. Doing this on a regular basis will keep your metabolism soaring and burning fat even while you’re resting.
Some foods and beverages that will boost your metabolism and help you burn fat:

• Green tea – contains molecules called catechins, which have thermogenic properties and improve metabolism.
• Chilli peppers – a great source of capsaicin, which helps to ramp up your metabolism.
• Blueberries – help to inhibit the formation of new fat cells by altering lipid metabolism.
• Grapefruit – contains chemicals which reduce insulin levels, which in turn can cause increased metabolism.

Eat Protein to Burn Fat

Protein has the highest thermogenic levels of any macronutrient.

Here are some of the best sources of protein:

• Chicken
• Lamb
• Duck
• Turkey
• Beef

In the quest of burning fat and building abs, a lot of people stop eating fats and carbs. This is actually counterproductive to the goal of building abs. Our bodies need all the macronutrients (carbs, proteins and fats) to function properly.

Don’t Stress

If you’re someone who is easily stressed, then you’re under the risk of high cortisol levels. Cortisol is a hormone which leads to fat storage in the abdominal section which in turn covers your abs with a thick layer of fat.

Some foods that help in cortisol level maintenance:

• Milk helps you lose body fat and build muscle.
• Oats are rich in carbohydrates which boost serotonin levels in the brain and create a calming effect.
• Oranges contain high levels of vitamin C which can help to reduce levels of stress hormones in the blood.
• Walnuts are high in fibre, antioxidants and unsaturated fatty acids all of which can help to lower blood pressure and stress.
• Salmon is a great source of magnesium which helps to control cortisol levels.