, which are found in soybeans, peanuts and corn (to name a few sources) are often hydrogenated, and not able to be metabolized by the body. They can also lead to free radical damage if heated to high temperatures. Any type of fat, if it goes through high-heat processing or hydrogenation, can be very damaging.
So, if it’s not saturated fats, what’s the real culprit behind weight gain? One strong contender is grain, which is comprised of complex carbohydrates. The body is able to use carbohydrates for energy more easily than fats, and if it becomes accustomed to drawing its energy from these sources, it becomes less able to efficiently metabolize fats. Also, excess carbohydrates that the body cannot readily use are stored as fat.
In order to ditch the belly fat, cut out processed foods, scale down or eliminate the grains, especially processed, glutinous grains, and instead enjoy a diet of whole, nutritious foods, including a variety of veggies, proteins and healthy fats such as coconut oil and flax seeds.
Plenty of water and sleep, along with moderate exercise, are also essential. In time, you may just find your belly fat melting away.
-The Alternative Daily