The Ten Best Foods for Flat Abs

Flat abs are what many people want yet struggle to get--in the gym and especially in their diets. Most fat is stored in the belly, so the stomach becomes the main battleground. There are a number of foods that will burn that belly fat for you while you go about your day, in-between ab-crunching workouts with your personal trainer, of course. They are also all quite healthy, so you'll be killing two birds with one stone.

Almonds and Eggs

• According to Fitness.com, almonds are loaded with vitamins and anti-oxidants and literally block calories, as the makeup of their cell walls don't absorb much fat. It's recommended to eat about an ounce of almonds a day.

  Eggs are the perfect source of protein, chock full of important amino acids. They also make you feel full, which keeps you from eating sweets and snacks that can reverse the effects of this ab regimen.

Soy and Apples

• Soy has fiber, antioxidants and protein. Snack on the dry nuts or drink the liquid soy, as it fills you up and is a great replacement for a meal. Twenty-five grams of protein daily is recommended.

  According to eDoctoronline.com, apples are one of the many fruits which are great for burning tummy fat despite being high in sugars, as they are part of many diets in general. They are also high in quercetin which helps in preventing cancer.

Organic Berries and Leafy Veggies

• According to David Grisaffi, author of "Firm and Flatten Your Abs," organic berries are an ideal food for abs, as they are packed with fiber, manganese and phytochemicals that work as antioxidants. Frozen berries work almost as well as the fresh ones, as they are often picked and frozen when they are at their most nutritious.

  Leafy veggies have a low calorie content and will help to shrink your waistline. Three servings daily, as recommended by the USDA, can range from salads to arugula to kale.

Yogurt and Veggie Soup

• Yogurt keeps the digestive system healthy due to the bacteria in it and adds calcium to a diet, building the muscles around the midsection. One to three cups a day is ideal, preferably sugar-free, according to Fitness.com.

  According to Dave Grossil of FlatAbstotalsolution.com, veggie soup has been found to reduce weight quicker for those consuming it regularly then for other people who eat other snack food with the same amount of calories. One cup a day is recommended.

Salmon and Quinoa

• Seafood in general, but especially salmon and tuna, is rich in omega-3 fatty acids which stimulate the metabolism to burn more calories on their own, making it more efficient. Two four-ounce servings per week is recommended by Grissafi.

  Quinoa is a nutty, rough tasting side-dish that just looks uber-healthy, loaded with fiber and protein. At least one half-cup per day is recommended.