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Do you have any unwanted belly fat that just doesn't seem to budge? Luckily, you can turn to supplements to help boost your weight loss process along. Vitamins are a great way to suppplement your diet with any nutritional gaps you may have. However, there's one specific vitamin you should take to get rid of belly fat, according to a doctor.
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L-glutamine
Mark Hyman, MD, says you should optimize your nutritent levels in addition to maintaining a balanced diet to get rid of belly fat. Mark says that the supplement L-glutamine can help to reduce cravings so that you can keep unwanted weight away from your waist line. The supplement can seriously boost your metabolism while detoxifying your body.
Mark also says that you should take a high-quality multivitamin to start your day on the right foot. He further recommends a diet full of foods or supplements that contain omega-3 fatty acids and Vitamin D to help you in the weight loss process. Apart from taking a supplement, you can find omega-3 fatty acids in lean fish such as salmon.
Mehmet Oz, MD, says that it can be extra difficult to lose unwanted belly fat because of your hormones. He notes that while it's difficult to lose, it's so important to find a healthy way to get rid of visceral belly fat. Mehmet says that this kind of fat surrounds your organs and can lead to diseases such as type 2 diabetes and heart disease.
Thankfully, you can turn to vitamins to help you get rid of belly fat. You can also consult with your doctor to figure out the best and most effective ways for you to lose weight. For more content on how to get rid of belly fat, make sure to check out The One Food You Should Eat To Get Rid Of Belly Fat, According To A Registered Dietitian.
