Do you dream of a Flat Belly?

Almost every girl you see on the street dreams a flat belly with ripped abs, but is it really possible? The answer is Yes, dreams of toned and flat bellies don't have to remain just a dream! Belly fat is not your destiny. I am delighted to tell you that you can, and will, get rid of it. Prevention.com has found a way to target belly fat that is healthy, real, long lasting, and works for everyone.

The one problem that many women seem to have a problem with is losing their belly weight. Belly fat is actually the most dangerous fat on your body, especially for women who have just recently had a baby. In a new book titled the Flat Belly Diet, Liz Vaccariello and Cynthia Sass, say they have found the secret. The Flat Belly diet is basically a diet that focuses on monounsaturated fatty acids also known as MUFA. Scientist have found that by using a particular nutrition plan and a few motivational tips you can lose up to 15 pounds in just 32 days.

Top Flat belly foods that can transform your tummy.

Almonds: The MUFAs and vitamin E in almonds work together to cut cholesterol. Almonds are also great source of vegetable protein and fiber. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of almonds over low fat unsweetened yogurt and berries for an energizing morning meal.

Flaxseed Oil: Flaxseed Oil is the best plant source of omega 3 fatty acids and help reduce system inflammation, which researchers believe may lead to heart disease , cancer and Alzheimer's disease. Stir 1 tablespoon into a smoothie as a healthy afternoon snack.

Macadamia nuts: Adding nuts and seeds to your diet can yield heart health benefits. Macadamia nuts also contain fiber to help with digestion.

Avocado: Avocado is a great source of heart healthy MUFA, contain more of the cholesterol- smashing beta- sitosterol than any other fruit. A great recipe is to mash 1/2  cup  of avocado with lime juice, salt and pepper and serve with baked chips or raw vegetable.

Dark or semi sweet chocolate: Chocolate or more specifically cocoa powder made from ground , defatted cocoa beans, contains compounds that have the potential to protect against heart disease, stoke, cancer and diabetes.

Olive Oil: Olive oil is best all around for cooking and salads because it contains mostly MUFA, which lower bad LDL cholesterol without affecting good HDL cholesterol. The greener the oil, the more antioxidants, so go for extra-virgin.

Natural peanut butter: A serving of peanut butter contains the antioxidant vitamin E, bone building magnesium, muscle friendly potassium, and immunity boosting vitamin B6. A quick and healthy dinner involves mixing a half cup of whole grain noodles with 3 oz cooked shrimp, minced scallions, and 1/2 cup sliced red bell pepper. Dress with a mixture of 2 tablespoon peanut butter, 2 tablespoon warm water and a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes.

Sun Flower seed: Sun Flower seed are packed with B Vitamins , which play an important role in protecting against inflammation and they an excellent source of vitamin E. Sun Flower seed are also great for curbing hunger. Sprinkle two tablespoon of toasted Sun Flower seeds in your salad.

Pistachios: Pistachios contains lutein and zeaxanthin, two carotenoids that help protect against age- related macular degeneration.

I will recommend the book "Flat Belly Diet", this book tells you how to get the flat belly you've always dreamed, the book is created by trusted health and fitness experts. It gives you all the tips and moves you need to eliminate belly bulge, for good. A Flat Belly is about food and attitude, and that's it. With the Flat Belly Diet Book you'll trim your waistline and sculpt a lean, sexy belly, without ever doing a single crunch! Filled with fast, effective workouts, belly-flattening eating tips, and stay-slim-forever advice, the Flat Belly Diet Book gives you everything you need to help you flatten your stomach, trim your waist, and streamline your entire core in just 32 days

You can also get a flat belly by regular exercise:

Denise Austin the author of several books including Sculpt Your Body with Balls and Bands and the host of two Lifetime Television fitness programs says "When people ask me- What's your secret to keeping your belly so lean and strong? I tell them about my favorite workout: Pilates. Over the past 10 years, as I moved from my 30s to my 40s, Pilates has been my golden key to staying young and fit and feeling great."Besides helping you to shape a beautiful belly, Pilates strengthens and stretches the entire body, creating lean, toned muscles similar to those of a dancer.

Try these exercises

The Hundred: Lie on your back with your arms at your sides, palms facing down. Bend your legs to form a 90-degree angle so your knees are directly over your hips and your calves are parallel to the floor. Exhale as you contract your abs to lift your head, shoulders, and arms off the floor. Inhale. Press your palms down rhythmically as you exhale five short breaths, pumping your hands with each breath. Then turn your palms up, and press up rhythmically with five short inhales to complete one set.

The bridge: Lie on your back with your knees bent and your feet flat on the floor, hip-width apart. Rest your arms at your sides, palms down. Take a deep breath. Exhale as you contract your abs and slowly curl your hips off the floor, using your buttocks and lower back (not your arms) to lift your torso. Support your upper body on your shoulder blades (not your neck), and use your hands only for balance. Hold for 10 to 15 seconds, relax, and repeat once. Note: If you have neck pain, skip this exercise.

Single-Leg Circle : Lie on your back with your arms at your sides, your knees bent, and your feet flat on the floor. Extend your right leg toward the ceiling, and point your toes. Exhale, and contract your abs. Slowly circle your right leg counterclockwise, keeping your hips level and motionless. Inhale as you circle your leg out, away from your body. Exhale as you circle it in, toward your body. Do six circles counterclockwise, then do six clockwise. Repeat.

Double Leg Stretch: Lie on your back with your knees pulled in toward your chest. Rest your hands just below your knees, and exhale as you use your abs to raise your shoulders off the floor. Inhale. Exhale, and stretch your body long, pressing your arms overhead and your legs straight out in front of you in the air. Make sure you move from your abs, and extend through your fingertips and toes. Hold for a second. Inhale as you bring your knees back in, and sweep your arms toward your knees. Then extend again. Repeat five to eight times.

Forward Spine Stretch: Sit with your legs extended hip-width apart in front of you. Your feet should be flexed and your knees slightly bent. Pull your abs in toward your spine. Extend your arms in front of you at chest level, making sure to keep your shoulders relaxed. Exhale as you bend forward, pulling your abs back against your spine. Continue curling forward, lowering your head, neck, shoulders and ribs until your spine forms a C. Inhale as you roll back up to the starting position. Repeat three times.

The Saw: Sit with your legs extended shoulder-width apart, feet flexed and arms extended out to your sides, at chest level. Pull your abs toward your spine. Exhale as you twist and reach your left hand toward your right foot, as if you were trying to "saw off" your foot with your pinkie. As you reach for your toes, contract your abs even more. Inhale as you return to the starting position, and then twist to the other side. Continue, alternating sides, repeating the sequence two more times.

Flattening the stomach is not an easy task, it requires the correct approach and attitude which should last until stomach muscles are visible! Start the breakthrough diet and follow regular exercise that gets results and you'll have the flat stomach you've always wanted.

You can also refer the book "8 Minutes in the Morning to a Flat Belly" to get the full workout program.

Important links:

Reviews of women who got result to a flat belly.

Success stories after following the book- Flat Belly Diet.

(Sources: health.msn.com, associatedcontent.com)