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Bikini Diet Tips

A bikini-focused diet isn't solely about losing weight; it's mainly about ridding your midsection of excessive belly bloat. Although a healthy breakfast is essential in maintaining a trim figure, other strategies must be implemented to rid your midsection of bloat. The most common culprits of belly bloat are dehydration, excessive salt intake and consumption of gassy foods.

  1. Make the Most of Breakfast

    • You should never skip a meal, particularly breakfast. It is the most important meal of your day. It provides you with energy to get through the day, which you will need if you're putting in long hours at the gym. It revs up your metabolism and makes you less likely to raid the candy machine at work. Remember, you're on a diet so don't make this an opportunity to sneak in sweet treats like Pop-Tarts and Lucky Charms. Eat a fiber-rich breakfast, such as granola, oatmeal, berries and whole wheat bread; it will help you stay full longer.

    Eliminate Belly-Bloating Foods

    • Your bikini is guaranteed to look 100 times better when your belly is flat. Certain belly-bloating foods will make even the skinniest of girls appear to have a stomach pooch, when in fact they don't. Salt is possibly one of the biggest waistline-inflating foods out there. Steer clear of it at all costs. Common foods that contain high levels of sodium are pickles, canned soups, pasta sauce, hot dogs, pretzels and tuna fish. Though salt is the main culprit, it's not the only belly bloater to eliminate from your diet. Surprisingly, certain veggies can cause a not-so-sexy gassy reaction. Vegetables to eat in moderation (or cut out completely from your diet) are cabbage, broccoli, onions, cauliflower and Brussels sprouts.

    Avoid Dehydration

    • Water must absolutely be a staple in your beach body diet plan. Consuming a sufficient amount of water per day leads to a leaner-looking body because it wards off bloating. When your body isn't receiving enough water, dehydration occurs. Dehydration causes water retention, which in turn makes your body look bloated and your face puffy. Dehydration may also cause nausea and lightheadedness; it's difficult to frolic on the beach when you feel as sick as a dog. Avoid dehydration by stocking up on the recommended eight to 10 cups of water per day.

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