There are certain foods that you should eat and others you should avoid to cut down fat, according to a nutritional expert.
The guidance comes from Dr Michael Mosley, a doctor and journalist who has written a number of diet books and created The Fast 800 – a diet plan that helps people lose weight quickly.
The medical professional has previously explained how slimmers can lose fat in different ways with his latest advice setting out how you can lose belly fat - one of the most difficult areas to slim.
One of his tips is to cut certain food from your diet as the medical expert unveiled that avoiding carbohydrates could help shed pounds around your middle, reports The Express.
He explained that cutting out carbs can actually help your appetite to go down.
Dr Mosley continued: “This is supported by numerous studies. When people cut carbs, their appetite goes down and they lose weight.
“Now, over 20 randomised controlled studies have shown that lower-carb diets can lead to two to three times more weight loss than low-fat diets.
“So, limit your intake of any food or drink containing more than five percent sugar to no more than twice a week.
“This includes sweet fruits like mango and pineapple, and sugary smoothies and juices.
“Likewise, replace processed carbs like white bread, chips, and pasta with slow-release energy sources, such as brown rice or quinoa.”
Dr Mosley explained that it can be difficult to get rid of dangerous and stubborn visceral fat that accumulates around the abdomen.
The doctor said: “Cells in deep your abdomen – also known as ‘visceral fat’ – are reluctant to let go of their energy-stash.
“To find the extra energy needed to fuel a small energy deficit, or a standard gym session, your body will look to other reserves first, like your glutes.
“Fortunately, though, recent breakthroughs in medical and sports science have shown that it is possible to throw this gradient into reverse.
“You can lose belly fat, and you can lose it fast.”
The nutrition expert also outlined a couple of other steps that slimmers can take to decrease their levels of visceral fat.
The doctor said: “To make a serious impact on your belly fat, cutting out sugar-spikes is key.
“A surprising number of ‘diet’ snacks and drinks are high in sugar, and are marketed as diet foods because they happen to be low in fat.”
Meaning it is important to check sugar levels as well as fat content when stocking up on your 'healthy' snacks.
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