The largest island is being constructed at the Fiery Cross Reef close to the Spratly Islands, an island chain whose territory is partially claimed by China, the Philippines, Vietnam, and Malaysia.
The Flat Belly Diet emphasizes eating foods that are rich in monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFAs), which are purported to help you lose belly fat. Such foods include olive oil, nuts, seeds, soybeans and avocados.
The Flipside: Using Fasting for Weight Loss. Fasting isn't generally a good way to lose weight because it has the potential to lower your metabolism. But intermittent fasting -- where you fast for short periods, such as for 16 to 24 hours -- has become a diet trend, particularly among Paleo dieters.