Sip on these drinks to help you lose weight quickly (and safely)

Skim milk

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We all know that milk is good for your bones due to its high calcium content but what you didn’t know is that calcium also supresses calcitriol, a hormone that makes you fatter. So with calcitriol out of the equation, your body can break down fat much faster.

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Coffee

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While drinking copious amounts of coffee is a major no-no, coffee in moderation suprresses your appetite and increases your metabolism due to the caffeine it contains. Just go easy on the sugar or creamer. Better yet, have your cuppa without them.

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Green tea

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Besides reducing your risk of cancer and heart disease, green tea contains catechins, antioxidants that studies show can help reduce belly fat. Sip a little before a workout to increase your fat burn during aerobic exercise.

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Vegetable juice

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According to a study done at Pennsylvania Sate University, drinking a glass of vegetable juice before your meal helps you eat 135 less calories as it helps your body maintain proper fluid balance by preventing water retention and helps you feel fuller so you eat less overall.

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Watermelon juice

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As long as you don’t add sugar to the mix, watermelon juice is a terrific belly-flattener. Not only is it a natural hydrator because of its water content, watermelon is also loaded with nutrients.

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Yogurt-based smoothies

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The thickness of the smoothie will kill your appetite, while adding yogurt to the mix can help you lose more fat due to its probiotic punch.

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Whey protein shakes

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A spoonful of whey protein added to your daily diet could be the difference between fat and fab. Why is a component of milk and is healthier than other types of protein as it helps to regulate blood sugar and insulin for less fat storage and more fat burning.

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Ice cold water

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You can burn up to an extra 100 calories a day by drinking cold instead of warm water. The reason? Your body has to work harder to burn calories in order to bring your body’s core temperature back up to normal.

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A version of this article was originally published in The Singapore Women's Weekly.