How To Burn Stubborn Body Fat With Food

By Jamin Thompson

Q: What are the best foods to eat to permanently lose stubborn belly fat and burn fat like a pro?

A: The term “fat burning food” is relative, but when I think of fat burning foods I instantly think of foods that create a thermogenic effect inside the body. Now when I say “thermogenic” automatically people think about some miracle pill, or green tea, guarana, or another exotic supplement that is supposed to boost your metabolism and burn body fat overnight. There may be some truth behind these claims, but without solid nutrition fundamentals, none of that stuff really matters. If you do not have proper meal timing, solid nutrition strategies, and a good workout plan, no magic supplement will come to the rescue.
 
This is where many people get caught up in the next new thing, and begin paying way too much attention on things that do not matter, and before they know it they are on the latest fad diet. My advice is to spend your time focusing on the things that matter, like nutrition and exercise and leave the rest of the stuff alone for the time being.

The Fat Burning Effect of Food

In reality, all foods have some fat burning/thermogenic effect because the body must use energy to process and digest them. Of course some foods will be better than others, and by eating natural, whole foods, you will progress much faster and burn much more fat.

My favorite fat burning food is solid lean protein from the following sources:

-Extra lean red meat such as lean sirloin and top round
-Most types of fish
-Shellfish
-Chicken Breast
-Turkey Breast
-Buffalo, Bison
-Egg Whites

Out of all the macronutrients (protein, carbs, and fat) lean protein has the highest thermogenic effect on the body. This is probably the main reason that professional athletes and competitive bodybuilders eat a diet that is high in lean protein and also have some of the best physiques on the planet. This goes for women also and not just men. As we are all humans with basically the same dna and tissues, we all need protein in order to survive and also burn fat! The 6 Pack Secret is based around these same fat loss principles that athletes and bodybuilders have perfected over the years (although my program is not just for athletes and bodybuilders).

By combining lean protein with the correct types and amounts of green leafy vegetables, good carbs, and fats you will begin to super charge your metabolism and turn your body into a 24-7 fat burning machine. The best part about that is, you will be able to do it without a miracle supplement, weird drugs, or expensive surgeries.

Fat Burning Meal Strategy to Ignite Thermogenesis

1. Select one of the lean proteins we discussed earlier

2. Select a natural grain or starchy carb such as: sweet potatoes, brown rice, oatmeal. (Usually a handful of the raw amount is a good portion size)

3. Select a fibrous or green vegetable such as: broccoli, cauliflower, green beans, asparagus, etc

4. Combine all previously mentioned foods into one fat burning meal