10 Foods for Fabulous Abs

1. Yogurt is
magic for the tum. Nutritionist Rania Batayneh recommends
yogurt, "The probiotic bacteria in most yogurts help keep your digestive
system healthy,
which translates into a lower incidence of gas, bloating, and
constipation, which can keep your tummy looking flat." Ideally go for
the plain-flavoured yogurts, that don't contain added sugars. 

2. Switch to
whole grain. The body shows a decreased insulin
response to
whole grain as compared to refined carbohydrate like rice and white
bread. So replace those meals of white
rice and
milk bread with whole grains like lentils, brown
rice,
and whole wheat bread for a trimmer waistline.

3. Stock up on
cruciferous veggies like broccoli, brussels
sprouts, asparagus, peppers, and yellow beans. They contain folate,
beta-carotene, calcium, magnesium, and fiber, and are rich in vitamins
A, C, and K.

4. Olive
Oil:
Mono-unsaturated fats like those found in olive oil, work to reduce
belly fat and don't increase calorie intake. 

5. Apple
cider vinegar:
New research indicates that 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar
(ideally mixed with a glass of water), consumed daily over a period of
12 weeks, works to lower body
weight and
reduce belly fat. This is attributed to vinegar's acetic acid, which is
believed to pump out proteins that break down fat.

6. Green tea contains
certain chemicals called polyphenols and catechins that boost
metabolism and help burn fat. Including 2-3 cups of green tea in your
diet will help reduce that waistline, as well as provide a host of
other health benefits. 

7. Apples are
one of the most popular negative calorie foods. This means that an
apple burns more calories that it adds to the body, while being
digested, making for a great, tasty snack that does nothing to add
to body
fat.

8. Eggs are
a great source of protein and contain essential amino acids that the
body needs to build everything from muscle fibres to brain chemicals.
It is the perfect breakfast food, and ensures you feel less hungry
during the day and reduces that urge to snack.

9. Almonds provide
the body with minerals like magnesium, and regulate blood sugar levels.
A stable blood sugar level is key to prevent cravings that can lead to
overeating.

--  10. Salmon,
tuna and mackerel, in addition to being a great source of omega-3 fatty
acids, also improve metabolism and help burn fat faster by improving
the body's glucose-insulin response