FAB ABS – Part 2

Nutrition & Digestion

This is one of the most overlooked factors when it comes to flattening the Abs. An improper diet will inevitably lead to a poor digestive system. A poor digestive system will plague you with a host of hazardous gut dysfunctions and inflammations. The greater the level of gut banana dysfunctions, the less likely the abdominals will respond to exercise.

Unfortunately in today’s society of fast processed or refined foods, toxin overload and stress to name but a few, not only is it exploding our waist lines, but leaving severe strain on health and well being as well as leading to a poor digestive system. Thus causing a whole host of problems from food intolerances & sensitivities, leaky gut syndrome, parasites, bowel irregularity, stomach distension, fatigue, gas, bloating, headaches, muscle/joint aches. Poor nutrition will not rid the unwanted belly bulge and digestive dysfunctions just won’t respond to exercise, no matter how much you do. So when you think of flattening the Abs, don’t just think exercise take heed of the following:

Food sensitivities may be at the root of your problem and can affect every system in the body as well as leaving you with an unwanted lower belly pooch. Eliminate all foods that may cause sensitivities/intolerances (mentioned above) altogether for at least 6 months. Common ones - Wheat, gluten, dairy, chocolate, soya…..
Get a food allergy/intolerance test if you are unsure.
Stick to eating natural organic whole foods as much as seemingly possible eliminating all commercial based meat and veg/fruit products that are subject to all kinds of nasty toxins leaving chemical residues detrimental to the body.
Avoid processed, fast foods, hydrogenated fats and SUGAR. Little or no nutrients that are bodies are not designed to utilise. Sugar will rob your body of any valuable nutrients, cause a plethora of digestive problems and is probably one of the most detrimental product you can feed your body.
NEVER skip meals and eat regularly and often. It is vital to keep the blood sugar levels stable.
Rotate foods, so you do not eat the same foods within 4 days.
Keep well hydrated with clean purified water. Dehydration will cause havoc on the digestive system and body function
Stress will shut down your digestive system; Eliminate stress as much as possible with yoga, tai chi, meditation.
Eat slowly in a calm environment and chew food until it liquefies.
Limit or avoid stimulants such as coffee and tea and ALCOHOL especially on an empty stomach, as this will irritate the gut.
Drink 2 glasses of clean water 15mins before eating to aid digestion.
Try starting your meal with raw foods such as pineapple to assist digestion.
Drug use (medical or recreational), will inevitably lead to a toxic bowel.

peach A point to remember! Toxins don’t just come from the bad foods you eat, but the water we drink, the air we breathe, household cleaning products, pollutants, cosmetics and so on. Go natural based products, help the environment and eliminate the unnecessary chemicals our bodies are not designed to utilise, causing major health problems and disease

So take note of the above and start adjusting your eating habits. Take steps to optimise your health and well being and you will see your energy and vitality levels soar and your unwanted belly bulge begin to flatten. Remember everybody is different. Learn to listen to your body.

Next week - Burn the Fat. Stay tuned. Have a great week and start making those changes NOW!