Healthy Drinks That Melt Belly Fat

Coffee is a healthful beverage that delivers tremendous amounts of beneficial antioxidants and other plant-based bioactive compounds to your diet. While research is ongoing, there is evidence that suggests that black coffee or coffee with low-fat milk and no added sweeteners may help you lose belly fat and weight. Researchers theorize that the caffeine and catechins in coffee have a positive impact on your resting metabolism.

A study conducted by the Harvard School of Public Health and reported in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that among study participants who drank four cups of coffee per day, there was an average of a 4% reduction in overall body fat during a 6-month study period. The authors suggest that coffee provided a metabolic lift while potentially acting like an appetite suppressant.

Everyone has a different tolerance for caffeine, so four cups may not agree with you. Start with one or two and monitor how you feel before increasing your coffee intake. Be sure to avoid gourmet coffee drinks that are loaded with calories, added sugars, and saturated fat.

Apple cider vinegar (aka ACV) is often touted in social media to help you lose belly fat. While the beverage won’t truly “melt” away fat, there is published research that shows that subjects given acetic acid, the main acid in apple cider vinegar, experienced weight loss, fat loss, and a reduction in waist circumference. The authors concluded that daily intake of vinegar may be a useful tool for weight loss and maintaining healthy blood sugar levels. For best results, try taking 1-2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar mixed with water or another calorie free beverage before your two main meals, and see how your body weight responds.