Five Essential Foods to Eat to Burn Fat and Guarantee Your Six Pack Abs in No Time

By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Tim_Hall]Tim Hall

If you're looking to get six pack abs, following the right type of diet will be one of the most important things you must do

It's the New Year, and inevitably, many of us have eaten too much, exercised too little, and now find ourselves looking down at a smooth rounded bulge, rather than the toned, ripped abs we'd like, and even when we start working out, it can be a struggle to shift that flab.

No matter how hard you work out in the gym, if you're not feeding your body the correct foods at the right time of the day, results will elude you, no matter how much you chase them. It's all too easy to eat far too many calories in a short period of time if you make the wrong selections, and that will completely destroy your ability to burn that flab and reveal the washboard stomach beneath.

This article lists five of the most important foods you must start eating now if you want to be guaranteed your set of six pack abs, and why each is worth eating. Of course, don't forget that quantity is also vitally important, so keep portion sizes reasonable (if in doubt, err on the smaller side, and if you end up hungry, just increase slightly next time), and if possible, try to take around 5 smaller meals through the day, rather than 3 large ones. This helps keep your blood sugar at a constant level and your metabolism running all the time, instead of suddenly loading your body with calories all in one go. Also, try to eat most early in the day, and reduce the size of your meals as you head into the evening - breakfast should be biggest, and your final meal of the day the smallest, so that when you're sleeping, and your body is resting, it isn't filled with food that will just be turned into fat.

So, without further ado, here they are:

Egg Whites

If you're searching for a convenient, quick and cheap source of protein, (and a good source of protein is vital for building those six pack abs) egg whites are it. Whether you want to whip these up into an omelet or have them scrambled, they are 100% pure protein and will help you meet your daily needs.

Egg whites are also a good source of protein that is digested more rapidly in the body so if you're looking for an alternative to protein powder this would be a good option.

Oatmeal

The second six pack abs food to add to your diet regularly is oatmeal. As far as slow digesting, high fiber carbohydrate sources go, nothing is better than oatmeal. Be sure you purchase plain oats though, as other varieties include much higher levels of carbohydrates and sugar than you might expect!

Ideally you should have this carbohydrate source at times in the day when you are most active since it's then that your body will need the extra fuel.

Salmon

A regular intake of essential fatty acids is important in your quest for six pack abs, and salmon is a great way to achieve this goal and will also supply you with much needed protein.

Salmon is higher in calories gram for gram (or ounce for ounce!) compared with other sources of protein such as chicken breast, so just be sure you work these calories into your daily total so you still stay on track to lose fat off the abs.

Broccoli

Broccoli is known for being a "super food". Basically, it is a great vegetable to eat while trying to obtain six pack abs because it's very low in calories, high in fiber, and contains plenty of antioxidants that will help you maintain good health. Ideally you should have your broccoli steamed or stir-fried with some low-calorie sauce because if you prepare it using butter or cheese sauce it goes from being a top-notch six pack abs food to one that will indirectly cause fat levels to increase - not what you want!

Broccoli can cause gas or bloating in some individuals though so if you've not really been eating if before, be sure to add this one to your diet slowly so you can see how it impacts you.

Blueberries

And last but not least, in the quest for six pack abs, you should start incorporating blueberries into your diet. Blueberries are known for being an antioxidant powerhouse and will quickly kick your health level into high gear. At just fifty calories per half cupful they are an easy addition to your diet - try throwing some in your morning bowl of oatmeal, stirring a couple into some yogurt, or blending them with your protein shake before working out.

By introducing these six pack abs foods into your diet, you will help ensure that you're eating properly and eating so that you can see the results you're looking for. Of course there are other "super foods" and foods that are useful in building your perfect washboard stomach, but this article should get you started. Always keep in mind that total calories are important for getting your body to burn off body fat, so that must be carefully considered as well - think 2500 for men and 2000 for women, but this figure obviously varies depending on your size and daily exercise levels.

Timothy Hall is a recent university graduate, who over the past year has become more and more focussed on his physical and mental health, and the best ways to optimise both, through means of physical and mental exercises and optimal nutrition. Particularly now, going into 2010, a new year and a new decade, it's a great time to resolve to make a difference to your health for the better. You can find out more on his website: [http://www.instantabsworkout.com]Instant Abs Workout

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