14 Foods to Avoid For a Flat Tummy
Skip: Sugary coffee drinks
Why it beats belly bloat: That saccharine latte might give you a boost, but it’s not doing your belly any favors. “Some coffee drinks can be sweetened with high fructose corn syrup or agave nectar, which both contain fructose,” Largeman-Roth says. But large amounts of fructose can be tough to digest, resulting in gas and bloating.While coffee is a diuretic, it's also acidic, which is why it can lead to a swollen and irritated stomach for those who are sensitive.And if you're lactose-intolerant or even sensitive, adding milk to your coffee will only make things worse.
