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Eat up for flatter abs — these waist-whittling foods give you a dose of ab-ulous nutrients in every bite. From the editors of Fitness The sad truth: You can crunch yourself into a coma and still have ab flab. If you really want a sleek, sexy midriff, you've got to tweak your diet. All of the best waist-whittling foods contain fiber to banish bloat, antioxidants to boost your abs routine's effectiveness, and protein to help maintain a healthy metabolism. Here, the top 10 choices for flatter abs. 1. Almonds These delicious and versatile nuts contain filling protein and fiber, not to mention vitamin E, a powerful antioxidant. They're also a good source of magnesium, a mineral your body must have in order to produce energy, build and maintain muscle tissue, and regulate blood sugar. "A stable blood-sugar level helps prevent cravings that can lead to overeating and weight gain," says David Katz, MD, a professor at the Yale University School of ...

Think you know the rules about healthy foods and can pick the best-for-you fruit from the produce section? These facts might surprise you. More than half of Americans say they give a lot of thought to the healthfulness of foods and beverages they consume. But much of what we read and hear about nutrition — from the virtues of fruit juice to the hazards of fat — can steer us to make choices that are less healthful than we think. How many of the following food facts come as a shocker? By  Robert J. Davis 1.   Imported produce from the supermarket can have higher nutrient levels than local produce from a farmers’ market.  The nutritional content of produce is determined by a number of factors, including temperature, light and soil. Though storage and transportation cause some types of produce to lose nutrients, studies show that antioxidants may actually increase in other cases. As counterintuitive as it seems, this means blueberries shipped long distances...

By   Fawnia Mondey You felt as though you had the entire diet maze all figured out, and would be lean for the rest of your life. About two months ago, you started the typical bodybuilding diet. At first it was a bit of a challenge but after the first week, you had everything under control. Gone were the days of having to snack on some chocolate, or have garlic bread with your salad. Each night you prepared your food for the following day, and like a soldier, you knew exactly when and what to eat. You felt as though you had the entire diet maze all figured out, and would be lean for the rest of your life. Eight weeks into your 'diet', even though your abs are beginning to show, your energy levels are a lot lower then they used to be. Plus, your mind is starting to think about 'food'. Not chicken, sweet potatoes, or green beans, but of dipping a chocolate bar into a bowl of ice-cream! You can hardly call that food, but these are real thoughts and t...

What to eat before, during, and after exercise By Brian St. Pierre We all know that  what  you eat is important. But what about  when  you eat?  Especially if you’re active? In this article, we’ll review the evidence on workout nutrition and give you practical recommendations for what to eat before, during, and after exercise. [Bonus: We even created a cool infographic that summarizes this article. Click here for: Workout nutrition illustrated. What to eat before, during, and after exercise.] Quick summary By eating a healthy, well-considered meal 1-2 hours before exercise, and another healthy, well-considered meal within 1-2 hours after exercise, most people can meet their workout nutrition needs without anything else. In other words: If you’re a healthy person who exercises regularly, you probably don’t need special workout nutrition strategies. Athletes have special needs Of course, if you’re… An endurance athlete.  You ...