Many people have a habit of leaving their stomachs empty when walking in the hope of burning fat faster, but according to Sports Nutritionist Tara Collingwood (MS, RDN), this is an incomplete concept.
Expert Collingwood affirmed that although there is no food that is magical enough to melt belly fat immediately, suitable snacks will help stabilize blood sugar and support the body to metabolize fat more effectively throughout the exercise process.
Below is a list of foods recommended by expert Tara Collingwood to achieve maximum fat reduction efficiency:
1. Oatmeal powder: This is a great source of soluble fiber, providing slow-digest carbohydrates, helping to promote activity without spiking insulin - a fat-accumulating agent.
2. Greek yogurt with berries: The combination of high-quality protein and antioxidants helps provide stable energy. Note, you should use pure, low-sugar to avoid excess calories.
3. Bananas combined with nut butter: If you are busy, a banana with a spoonful of peanut butter is the perfect choice. Fast carbohydrates from bananas provide instant energy, while healthy fats help you stay full for longer.
4. Baked bread with butter: Using whole grain bread combined with butter will create a source of complex carbs and heart-healthy fats, helping to maintain endurance when walking long distances.
5. Apples and almond butter: The fiber in apples combined with the good fat in almond butter creates a stable energy level, suitable for any time of day.
6. Nuts (almonds, walnuts...): A small handful of nuts is a convenient, protein-rich snack to prevent mid-term hunger while keeping the body on a fat-burning diet.
7. Boiled eggs and cereal cookies: The combination of protein and slow-metabolizing starch is very good for morning walks or mid-afternoon.
In addition to choosing food, expert Collingwood notes that you should eat 30-60 minutes before walking so that the body has time to digest. Water is an essential component for fat metabolism, so make sure your body is always hydrated. In particular, don't overeat because a large meal will make exercise heavy and uncomfortable.
