I was looking through Women's Health Magazine and came across an article about 7 Flat Belly Food Tricks. The article overviewed certain foods that can help keep you fuller longer, jump-start your metabolism, or help absorb calories. I jotted them down so I could post them and here they are!
1. Eat Dessert. Yes, you read correctly. Eating something (small and) sweet after dinner can help signal that the meal is over.
2. Drink Milk. Consuming 1,800 milligrams of calcium a day can block the absorption of nearly 80 calories. If you don't like milk by itself, you can always put it in your coffee, in your cereal, etc.
3. Spice Things Up. The substance that makes hot peppers hot, Capsaicin, temporarily boosts your metabolism.
4. Go Organic. Organic foods tend to have fiber counts that keep you fuller longer.
5. Keep the Skin On. The skin of lots of fruits and veggies, like apples, oranges, potatoes, etc. have a TON of fiber. Don't eat the whole peel, but the stringy stuff is great!
6. Buy Precut Veggies. They're the perfect snack and you don't need me to tell you why vegetables are good for you!
7. Use Zagat's. Go to restaurants where your meal will linger and take a little while. That way, you won't be rushed and will recognize when you're full.
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