Brief Summary
This video explains six types of food that can prevent you from losing belly fat, specifically visceral fat, which causes inflammation and hinders fat burning. These foods contain hidden sugars, low-quality proteins, and unhealthy fats that negatively impact blood sugar levels, liver function, and overall health. Avoiding these foods and opting for healthier alternatives can significantly improve your chances of reducing belly fat.
- Low-fat yoghurt contains hidden sugars and industrial starch that elevate blood sugar levels.
- Processed meat often includes corn syrup and modified corn starch, leading to unhealthy Advanced glycated proteins.
- Atkins products contain low-quality proteins and synthetic fibres that cause bloating and gut problems.
- Juice is often loaded with high fructose corn syrup and concentrated juice that can overload the liver.
- Agave nectar is high in fructose, which can negatively affect the liver.
- Mayonnaise is typically made with processed soy oil that can accumulate in fat cells and contribute to chronic diseases.
6 foods that prevent belly fat loss
The first food highlighted is low-fat yoghurt, which, despite its healthy image, contains a significant amount of hidden sugar in the form of starch. This industrial starch, including modified cornstarch and maltodextrin, elevates blood sugar levels more rapidly than table sugar, potentially leading to diabetes and burning out the pancreas. The purpose of this starch is merely to add bulk to the product, and it undergoes chemical processing, resulting in a dead product that requires artificial flavouring and colouring. Additionally, it often contains bioengineered food ingredients, also known as GMOs, further diminishing its health benefits.
Atkins products to reduce belly fat
Atkins products are marketed as keto-friendly and low in carbs, but they contain low-quality proteins like milk protein concentrate and soy protein isolate. These are the cheapest proteins available and lack nutrient density. These products often include bioengineered food ingredients and synthetic fibres, which can cause bloating and diarrhoea. These synthetic fibres can negatively affect the gut, leading to insulin resistance and weight gain, similar to the effects of artificial sweeteners.
Avoid these foods!
The video advises against consuming juice, even those labelled as 100% vitamin C, as they often contain high fructose corn syrup and only a small percentage of actual juice. Concentrated orange juice can be stored for up to a year, losing its nutritional value before water is added back. Orange juice typically contains more sugar than soda, with high levels of fructose that can only be processed by the liver, leading to fatty liver disease. Agave nectar, despite its low glycemic index, is also discouraged due to its high fructose content (80-90%), which negatively impacts the liver. While coconut sweetener and raw honey are better alternatives, they should still be avoided when trying to lose weight due to their sugar content, which can spike the glycemic index and disrupt ketosis. Finally, mayonnaise, primarily made from processed soy oil, is highlighted as an unhealthy fat source. This type of fat tends to accumulate in fat cells and is linked to chronic diseases.
