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Bad fat is a culprit cause dangerous diseases such as heart disease, stroke and other blood vessels. Excess fat in the body usually comes from food, but certain foods can also help fight fat. What is it?
Fat is a natural molecules insoluble in water. This is why when people eat too much fat will be fat.
Here are some foods that can help fight bad fats, as reported Lifemojo, Thursday (06/12/2012):
1. Almond
According to a study published in the International Journal of Obesity, people who ate 85 grams (about 3 ounces) of almonds every day, can reduce body weight and body mass index (BMI) of 18 percent compared to 11 percent reduction in non-almond dieters.
Nuts are high in alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), which can accelerate fat metabolism. Also, almonds are high in fiber, protein and good fats that satisfy your taste buds, so avoid snacking or overeating. Eating a handful of almonds (no more than 12) day-to-day to get the benefits.
2. Fruits that contain vitamin C
According to a study conducted at Arizona State University, people who take vitamin C in sufficient quantity contained in fresh fruits like oranges, strawberries, raspberries, can oxidize 30 percent more fat during exercise is normal.
The researchers found that vitamin C in the blood stream to correspond directly with the body's ability to burn fat as an energy source. It is used in the body to make carnitine, which is a substance that helps cells burn fat for energy. When vitamin C is lacking, carnitine can not do its job.
Fat is a natural molecules insoluble in water. This is why when people eat too much fat will be fat.
Here are some foods that can help fight bad fats, as reported Lifemojo, Thursday (06/12/2012):
1. Almond
According to a study published in the International Journal of Obesity, people who ate 85 grams (about 3 ounces) of almonds every day, can reduce body weight and body mass index (BMI) of 18 percent compared to 11 percent reduction in non-almond dieters.
Nuts are high in alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), which can accelerate fat metabolism. Also, almonds are high in fiber, protein and good fats that satisfy your taste buds, so avoid snacking or overeating. Eating a handful of almonds (no more than 12) day-to-day to get the benefits.
2. Fruits that contain vitamin C
According to a study conducted at Arizona State University, people who take vitamin C in sufficient quantity contained in fresh fruits like oranges, strawberries, raspberries, can oxidize 30 percent more fat during exercise is normal.
The researchers found that vitamin C in the blood stream to correspond directly with the body's ability to burn fat as an energy source. It is used in the body to make carnitine, which is a substance that helps cells burn fat for energy. When vitamin C is lacking, carnitine can not do its job.
3. Fish
Fish not only make your heart healthy, but also shrink the waist. Omega-3 fatty acids improve insulin sensitivity which helps build muscle and decrease belly fat. Good ore more muscle to body fat burning capacity.
4. Soybean
Soybeans contain lecithin which helps the cells so as not to accumulate fat. It will also break down fat deposits in the body. Soy lecithin lowers cholesterol and triglycerides, and increase HDL (good cholesterol).
5. Tomatoes
Tomatoes contain oligofructose, are fiber that helps to maintain the effect of cholecystokinin (CCK) in the abdomen. CCK is a hormone secreted by the small intestine in response to the presence of fat and help increase feelings of fullness by tightening the valve between the stomach and the intestines. This leaves you to not eat too much.
Tomatoes are also packed with vitamin C which helps in the production of carnitine. Research has shown that carnitine can help speed up the body's ability to burn fat by a third.
Source: Lifemojo
