What Are The 5 Best Foods To Make You Lose Stomach Fat?

A flatter stomach is not only more flattering but it is also healthier. Visceral fat, or the fat that accumulates in the belly area between your organs, increases the risk of cardiovascular disease, stroke, diabetes and other diseases. Although no exercise or food can spot-reduce or help you lose fat in only one area, some foods have been more associated with flatter stomachs.

Nuts

Nuts contain protein, fiber and antioxidants. The monounsaturated fatty acids in them help lower your cholesterol and their magnesium content helps your body produce energy and regulate blood sugar. Stable blood sugar keeps food cravings at bay and can help you stick to your diet. Research also shows that almonds, although fairly high in fat calories, actually block the absorption of all of their own fat. Aim to eat about 23 almonds per day, totaling 160 calories.

Avocados

Avocados contain monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, making them cholesterol-free. They also have more beta-sitosterol than any other fruit. This plant sterol helps fight high cholesterol in your body. This fruit also contains fiber, which clears your digestive system and helps regulate your bowel movements. Not only is this healthy for your body but it helps reduce the appearance of a bloated belly. Replace mayonnaise in your sandwiches and salads with guacamole or slices of avocado.

Soy

Soybeans are loaded with antioxidants and fiber, and are a great protein source, especially for vegetarians. Soy has been linked to decreased fat. A study from the "Journal of the American College of Nutrition" concluded that people who drank a soy milk meal replacement lost more weight than those who drank a drink made from dairy. You can eat dry-roasted soybeans, or add tofu to your meals, aiming for 25 g of whole soy protein per day.

Olive Oil

While most oils are associated with fat gain, olive oil, like nuts and avocados, contains mainly monounsaturated fatty acids, which help lower your bad cholesterol. Several studies have highlighted the superiority of olive and other vegetable oils in the fight to lose weight. A study from Wake Forest University found that monkeys who ate trans-fat gained four times more weight than monkeys who ate the same calories from plant-based fats. Plant-based fats can also help fend off hunger, whereas saturated fats, although high in calories, are not recognized as food by your brain so you can eat large amounts of saturated fatty foods and still be hungry. Replace lard, butter and other trans-fat or hydrogenated oils with olive oil whenever possible.

Fruits and Berries

Apples, berries and fruits in general contain large amounts of fiber and water, both of which keep you feeling fuller longer. A large apple contains 5 grams of fiber and is 85 percent water. As a snack, it can help satisfy hunger pangs between meals. Eating fiber will also help trap food particles and calories from other foods you are eating and transport them through your body before they are digested.