Don't Let Your Summer Abs Turn To Fall Flab!

Here are some de-bloating foods you need to put into your diet.

We've all experienced it...the dreaded BLOAT. Whether it's from over-indulging at the dessert table or maybe even a few too many cocktails, bloating is no fun! To keep your stomach looking lean and your digestive tract running smoothly, it's important to eat slowly and drink lots of water. Staying active and exercising are also important for preventing bloating.

Asparagus

Nature's best natural diuretic. This wonderful green will help flush out any excess fluid you may be carrying around. Asparagus helps ease gas buildup and has many probiotic properties. 

Dandelion/Dandelion Root

Recognized as being rich in nutrients, dandelions were ranked as one of the top four veggies in overall nutritional value by the USDA. This common "weed" has the ability to release excess water and gas. Two for one! It can be taken in pill form, tea form, or just put into salad. 

Coconut Water

This refreshing beverage is high in potassium which is a powerful aid in bloat reduction. Potassium naturally flushes out any excess sodium from the body. You can find coconut water just about anywhere and it comes in several different flavors. 

Fennel

For fast relief, add some fennel seeds to your protein shake or salad or enjoy a cup of fennel tea. The compounds found in fennel help relax the muscles in your digestive tract and allow trapped gas to pass!

Avocado

Aside from the good fats found in avocado, these tasty fruits are also very high in potassium! Eating 1/4 to 1/2 an avocado a day will help keep your digestive tract happy and your waist slim.

Source: Lean Body Coaching by Kelli Rapaski