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Dietary strategies for reducing visceral fat and improving heart health
Medical professionals and researchers highlight the importance of dietary choices in managing visceral fat, which is linked to increased risks of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and chronic inflammation.
Internist Michael Aziz notes that excess abdominal fat can elevate the risk of heart attacks and strokes. To combat this, he recommends consuming lean proteins like fish, chicken breast, tofu, and tempeh, which can increase satiety and energy expenditure during digestion. Additionally, fiber-rich vegetables, berries, and healthy fats such as olive oil and avocado are suggested to help control appetite.
Other dietary recommendations include prioritizing eggs for breakfast, as research suggests they may reduce hunger and calorie intake for up to 36 hours. While caffeine from green tea or coffee may temporarily boost metabolism, experts emphasize that long-term weight management requires reducing refined sugars and carbohydrates. The American Heart Association warns that saturated fats should be limited to avoid raising cholesterol levels.
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Lean proteins such as chicken breast, fish, and plant-based sources can increase satiety and energy expenditure during digestion. www.index.hr
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Excess abdominal fat increases the risk of heart attack and stroke. www.index.hr
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Caffeine in moderate amounts of green tea and coffee can temporarily accelerate metabolism. www.index.hr
- [● 2 SOURCES] An egg-based breakfast can reduce hunger and calorie intake for the following 36 hours. m.metro-portal.hr · metro-portal.hr
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Saturated fats can raise blood cholesterol levels and increase the risk of heart disease. www.index.hr