15 things you should never eat or drink if you want a flat stomach

Stomach bloating is completely natural.wavebreakmedia/Shutterstock

• Stomach bloating is natural, but certain foods that are harder to digest can spark a bloated stomach.
• Plenty of foods actually have nutrients that our bodies have trouble digesting. These nutrients are usually fermented by bacteria, which leads to gas and bloating.
• Examples include lentils, beans, brussels sprouts, broccoli, onions, apples, and some grains.

Stomach bloating is unfortunately a normal and natural part of life. However, some foods definitely cause more bloat than others.

There are certain nutrients found in foods that our bodies have trouble digesting, usually referred to as FODMAP foods. These short-chain carbohydrates can't be digested by the small intestine, so instead, they end up in the large intestine, which is where they're fermented by bacteria. This fermentation process results in gas and bloating.

Whether you are having difficulty with digestion or just want to de-bloat, staying away from these 15 foods or drinks will definitely help.