Flat Belly Foods

Build a Beach-Ready Body in 12 Hours

Picking the right foods can make all the difference when it comes to peeling off the layers at your next pool or beach party
By Dave Zinczenko menshealth
 

Beverage While Your Swimsuit’s On

Not That!
Diet Coke (16 fl oz)
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0 g fat
0 g sugars

When it comes to poolside hydration, choice of beverage is paramount. And if you're trying to avoid an inflated belly, you'd be wise to avoid carbonation. That means no sparkling soft drinks—not even diet sodas! The bubbles in carbonated beverages are supplied by carbon dioxide, and once they're in your stomach, they continue taking up space. Why do you think they make you belch so much? Instead, opt for antioxidant-rich iced tea. Bonus points for picking an unsweetened flavor, like this jasmine-infused bottle.

Eat This Instead!
Teas'Tea Jasmine Green Tea (16.9 fl oz)
0 calories
0 g fat
0 g sugars

Liquid Losers: There’s a whole world of injurious juices, soft drinks, and teas just waiting to widen your waistline. Steer clear of the Worst Drinks in America and you’ll soon be on your way to a better body.

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