Regardless of a person's overall weight, having a large amount of belly fat raises the risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, and a greater risk of health problems. While working out and maintaining a healthy diet are beneficial, some lifestyle changes can also boost your belly fat loss journey.
On April 8, Kush Malhotra, an Indian fitness and nutrition expert, shared drinks to help burn belly fat. He listed drinks such as black coffee, apple cider vinegar, and green tea in the video and highlighted the benefits of each.
Drinks that burn belly fat
1) Black coffee (sugar-free)
According to the fitness trainer, black coffee contains polyphenols and caffeine, which help stabilise blood sugar levels. “It boosts your metabolism, thereby aiding you in achieving fat loss,” he added.
According to a report from Stanford University, studies indicate that black coffee can increase metabolic rate by 3 to 11 per cent, boosting fat oxidation and prompting the body to burn fat for fuel.
2) Apple cider vinegar
Apple cider vinegar (ACV), according to Kush, helps keep your blood sugar levels stable after meals – particularly when you consume a high-carbohydrate meal. However, the fitness trainer cautioned, “Always remember to dilute the apple cider vinegar with water before consuming it; do not take it as a straight shot.”
According to a June 2024 study published in the BMJ Journals, daily consumption of three doses of ACV for 4-12 weeks is associated with significant reductions in weight, body mass index, waist-to-hip circumference, body fat ratio, blood glucose, triglyceride, and cholesterol levels.
3) Green tea
“Green tea boosts your metabolism and enhances fat oxidation, which assists you in shedding belly fat,” the fitness trainer highlighted. According to a 2012 PubMed Central report, catechins and caffeine, both contained in green tea, are believed to have a role in increasing energy metabolism, which may lead to weight loss.
While the drinks may primarily support your fat-loss efforts by improving metabolism, curbing appetite, or stabilising blood sugar levels, the fitness trainer cautioned that, alongside these, you must also maintain a caloric deficit, engage in regular exercise, and effectively manage your sleep and stress levels.
Source: Hindustan Times
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