Selenium- Best bet to reduce abdominal obesity

This cancer-fighting mineral also seemed to lower rates of abdominal obesity, reporting that those with lower levels of selenium had larger waistlines.

Several foods contain selenium, such as whole grains, nuts (especially Brazil nuts), poultry, red meat and seafood and it is recommended 55 mcg per day. Foods rich in vitamin E, such as nuts and seeds, will increase the effectiveness of selenium in the body. Your best bet to get enough selenium is to eat a varied, balanced diet or try a supplement containing the mineral.