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from the kitchens of Janice Taylor, Life\/Wellness Coach, Author, Weight Loss Artist<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Got the Fat Belly Blues?\u00a0 <\/strong>Has your mid-section grown a section of its own? You’re not alone. Researchers have found that the fat cells in the abdomen produce a hormone called neuropeptide Y (NPY), an appetite stimulant previously believed to originate form the brain.<\/strong> Fortunately, scientists have also found that certain foods do fight belly fat<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Today, your Dysfunctional Chef shares three foods that fight belly fat, complete with simple recipes for you to cook up and serve up, Flat Belly Style \ud83d\ude42
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\nWhole Grain Foods<\/strong><\/big>
\nStudies show that those who incorporate whole grains, cereals and other foods into their diets tend to lose more fat from their abdomens than those who eat only refined-grain foods. You know, the ‘white’ stuff.<\/p>\n

Brown Rice Bites!<\/strong>
\nThis recipe incorporates all three knock-out-fat ingredients! Plus hot and spicy salsa! (Research shows that hot and spicy foods support your weight loss efforts, as well!)
\nIngredients:<\/em>
\n3 cups cooked brown rice, cooled
\n3\/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, lite
\n2 eggs
\n4 egg whites
\n1 16-oz. jar HOT Salsa, thick and chunky style
\n1\/2 cup 2% plain yogurt (Greek is best!)
\nsalt and pepper to taste
\n3\/4 cup crushed corn chips, organic<\/p>\n

Instructions:<\/em>
\nPreheat oven to 350 degrees.
\nIn a large mixing bowl, combine rice and cheese; set aside.
\nIn medium bowl, beat eggs until well blended.
\nStir in salsa, yogurt, salt and pepper.
\nAdd salsa mixture to rice and cheese; mix well.
\nSpray mini-muffin pans with cooking spray.
\nSpoon in rice mixture, to just below the rim.
\nSprinkle crushed chips on top; gently press into mixture.
\nBake for approximately 15 minutes or until golden brown. YUM!<\/p>\n

Low-Fat Milk and Yogurt <\/strong>
\nResearch shows that the more calcium in the fat cells, the more the fat cells burn fat. So, load up on calcium rich foods!<\/p>\n

Like Hummus:<\/strong>
\nMy neighbor says, “Hummus is like crack to me. I love it!” I concur! Here’s a ‘low-cal’ totally healthy version that features yogurt. Again, I so prefer the Greek kind.<\/p>\n

Ingredients:<\/em>
\n1 15 oz can of chickpeas or garbanzo beans, drained (save liquid)
\n4 cloves garlic, crushed
\njuice from one freshly squeezed lemon
\n2 tablespoons low-fat peanut butter
\n3\/4 cup 2% plain yogurt (Greek)
\n1 teaspoon cumin
\na pinch of salt (to taste)<\/p>\n

Instructions:<\/em>
\nIn blender combine all ingredients, blend until smooth and creamy. If it is too thick, add a bit of the liquid from the chick peas.<\/p>\n

Lean Protein<\/strong>
\nLean proteins, eggs and beans, help to keep you feeling full longer, increase your energy, which in turn helps you to burn belly fat.<\/p>\n

Jane’s Ginger-Lemon Chicken<\/strong>
\nMy friend, Jane, shared this recipe with me. It’s delicious, healthy, easy to whip up, and it’s an easy clean-up!
\nIngredients:<\/em>
\n12 oz. chicken breasts, skinless and boneless
\n1\/3 c. coarsely cut fresh cilantro
\n1\/2-inch piece fresh ginger
\ngrated peel of 1\/2 lemon
\n2 cloves minced garlic
\njuice from 1\/2 lemon
\n2 tsp. apple cider vinegar
\n1 tsp. olive oil<\/p>\n

Instructions:<\/em>
\nCombine ingredients in a food processor and then baste on the chicken as it broils.
\nAbout six minutes per side.<\/p>\n

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Janice
\n<\/em>Life & Wellness Coach, Author, Weight Loss Artist
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