5 foolproof tips to lose belly fat

How to lose belly fat quickly is one of the most searched questions by people, especially as summer approaches and everyone wants to show off a spectacular beach body. First of all, we want to remind you that any body type is suitable to be flaunted in a swimsuit, but if you still feel a little insecure, these 5 foolproof tricks to lose belly fat will help you. 1. Reduce added sugar intake This may be one of the toughest tricks to lose belly fat, but according to an article from Harvard Health Publications, excess sugar can lead to fat accumulation in the abdomen, so it's better to avoid foods that contain added sugar, also known as fructose. Remember that fructose is mainly found in sodas, packaged juices, and, painful as it may be to admit, bread. 2. Increase protein intake Protein is a key food for both weight loss and achieving a flat abdomen, as it helps control appetite and satiety, preventing you from falling into unhealthy cravings. It also helps speed up metabolism, so don’t hesitate to increase your intake of chicken, fish, legumes, and seeds. 3. Exercise We regret to inform you that there is no magic formula to lose belly fat without involving a little exercise in your daily routine. Moderate-intensity cardio is a great way to start moving, as it promotes the loss of visceral fat, and as you feel ready, you can add strength exercises like functional training, deadlifts, or whatever motivates you to keep fighting for that flat abdomen. 4. Drink water A common piece of advice from nutritionists to their patients is to drink at least 2 liters of water a day; this helps reduce fluid retention that often inflates the abdomen and makes us look bulkier. It’s also important to reduce your salt intake, both the salt you add to your food and the salt you consume from processed foods that already include it. 5. Increase fiber intake Fiber is a powerful ally for those looking to lose belly fat because, as explained in a study from Wake Forest University School of Medicine, eating 10 grams of fiber a day reduces the likelihood of gaining visceral fat by 3.7%. With 10 grams of apple, beans, oats, chia, or nuts, you can notice a big difference in your waistline!If you want to learn more tips for losing belly fat, we invite you to join the week-long challenge of #KiwiTeCuida to lose belly fat this summer. This Monday, July 5, we will have a class with Colibrí Jiménez on our official Instagram, and on July 12, a discussion dedicated to exploring this topic with nutritionist Mayte Martín del Campo and Shadia Asencio, editorial director of Kiwilimón. Join the #RetoParaBajarLaPancitaEnVerano of #KiwiTeCuida!