3-Step Dinners to Help You Lose Visceral Fat (Weekly Plan & Shopping List!)

If you’re trying to lose visceral fat and reduce your risk for various health conditions, these protein- or fiber-packed recipes can help by filling you up at dinnertime.

I struggle to stay active at this time of year. One look at the low temperatures and I’m easily convinced to stay inside. And even finding motivation for an indoor workout can be challenging. But I feel better once I do it, so I try to use that as motivation. Despite my efforts, “winter me” is generally more sedentary, so I try to prioritize meals that are mindful of calories and high in satisfying nutrients like protein and fiber to maintain a healthy weight and support my well-being. This week’s dinners fit the bill and can also help you with any weight-loss or weight-maintenance goals you have, such as reducing visceral fat—the fat around your organs that you can’t see. Excess visceral fat can lead to various health conditions, so taking steps to reduce it can help prevent those conditions. Let’s get cooking. (Remember, individual calorie needs vary, so be sure to listen to your hunger and fullness cues.)