Fitness Magazine's 10 Foods for Flat Abs

I don’t read Fitness. Fortunately, other people do so that I don’t have to. So then, here are the top ten foods for flat abs, according to Fitness magazine.

Flat abs food list

Here is what the June issue of Fitness magazine lists as "10 Best Foods for Flat Abs."

• Almonds: This extra-lean nut is packed with protein, fiber and vitamin E. Aim for 23 almonds daily. You should research the raw vs. roasted.

• Eggs: A perfect source of protein. Research suggests that people who eat eggs for breakfast are less hungry throughout the day.

• Soy: Soybeans provide antioxidants, fiber and protein. Try snacking on roasted soybeans, adding shelled edamame to soup and even adding a spoonful of silken tofu to a smoothie.

• Apples: Large apples are nearly 85 percent water and contain fiber and cancer-fighting compounds. Snack on one or two daily.

• Berries: Packed with fiber, berries are believed to help reduce the amount of calories you absorb. Eat half a cup daily of raspberries, blueberries or strawberries for some variety.

• Leafy greens: A good source of calcium and essential in helping muscles contract, these veggies help fuel workouts. Eat three servings a day of spinach (only 40 calories per cup) or broccoli (55 calories per cup).

• Yogurt: Some research shows that people who get calcium from yogurt instead of other sources may lose more weight around their middles.

• Vegetable soup: Studies show that people who eat broth-based soup twice a day are more successful at losing weight than those who consumed the same amount of calories in snack food.

• Salmon: An excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, which help burn fat and boost your metabolism. Seafood may even help prevent cravings.

• Quinoa: This nutty-flavored whole grain has a crunchy and chewy texture and contains 5 grams of fiber and 11 grams of protein per serving. Try other whole grains like brown rice.

Again, nothing to strongly object to here, accept possibly the soy. Women with a history of breast cancer in their family should avoid soy. Men should only eat small amounts (less than 25 grams a day), unless they want to get in touch with their inner woman.

I’m a little hesitant on the yogurt thing for people with insulin sensitivity issues. All milk products (except cottage cheese) are high in galactose, which is the form sugar takes in milk. Galactose is low glycemic but very insulinemic, which means it will show up in the okay grouping of low to moderare glycemic index foods, but it will still cause a huge increase in insulin when you ingest more than 12-15 grams in a serving. This isn’t good if you have insulin sensitivity issues as part of the fat-loss effort (and most people do).

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