Are you trying to blast belly fat before summer? The good news is you don’t have to starve yourself to reduce fat in your midsection. The bad? You might have to make some changes to your diet. “While no food can magically melt belly fat overnight, certain foods can boost metabolism, reduce bloating, and support fat loss better than doing just crunches (which target muscles, not fat),” says Tara Collingwood, MS, RDN, CSSD, LD/N, ACSM-CPT, a Board Certified Sports Dietitian and co-author of the Flat Belly Cookbook for Dummies. Here are 8 powerful belly-fat-fighting foods, according to Collingwood.

1. Avocados

The first food you should add to your diet to blast belly fat is avocado. “Botanically a fruit, they are packed with healthy monounsaturated fats that help reduce belly fat storage. They are also high in fiber to keep you full longer,” says Collingwood.

2. Eggs

Eggs are another food you should eat daily to slim down. “My favorite breakfast food, but also a good anytime of day food! Excellent high-protein option to fuel fat burning and suppress appetite. They can also help to keep insulin levels stable, which is key for belly fat loss,” she says.

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