To achieve a sleek, sculpted midsection, abs workouts are just part of the equation. You can do all the abs workouts in the world, but they won’t do much good if you don’t incorporate healthy eating.

A surprising belly-flattening food is berries. High in fiber and low in fat, calories, and carbohydrates, berries of all types—strawberries, blueberries, cranberries, and more—help reduce bloating and regulate digestion, both of which play a big part in slimming the stomach area. As an added bonus, berries are packed with vitamins, andtioxidants, and minerals, and help to prevent cancer and heart disease.

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