5 foods that bloat your belly
As we head into the holidays (which in my house definitely starts with Halloween), I thought I'd impart some of my flat belly wisdom. I like to have fun and actually eat too, so I follow these rules to keep belly bloat at bay.
AVOID THE FOLLOWING:
SALT The reason you feel puffy after a salty meal? H2O is attracted to sodium, which can lead to temporary water retention. High quantities of sodium can show up in some unlikely sources, such as canned vegetable soup and cottage cheese, so check labels (and pass on the salt shaker). Test your portion control smarts.
EXCESS (AND REFINED) CARBS I'm talking about the white stuff--cookies, white bread, chips. Not only do they offer little nutritionally, but they also can cause water retention because when you overdo it, your body stockpiles carbohydrates as a quickly accessible source of fuel. Great for a marathon runner; unnecessary for the rest of us. Click here for loads of healthy carb ideas.
BULKY RAW FOODS Eating large amount of raw veggies simply takes up more space in your GI tract, which can make you feel bloated. Don't skip veggies; try a small amount lightly steamed or snack on unsweetened dried fruits.
"GASSY" FOODS Veggies like onions, broccoli, and brussels sprouts are all ultra healthy, but they also create excess gas in your intestinal tract. If you want a flat belly for a big event, just skip 'em the day of. Jumpstart the Flat Belly Diet today and shrink your belly in 4 days.
GUM Chewing gum can make you swallow air, which then gets trapped in your belly, causing pressure, bloating, and gas. See real women who flattened their stomachs and look fantastic!
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