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Beat The Bloat: Detox Drinks For Flat Abs

If there's one thing that will prevent a person from achieving the kind of cut abs and trim waist shown in these photos of Lazar with 4Invictus Underwear, it's bloating: That puffy, uncomfortable feeling we all dread. Bloating usually arises from a surplus of toxins in the body that are stressing the liver and irritating the digestive system; these toxins may be environmental, or they may result from an overindulgence in processed foods, sugar, or alcohol.

Fortunately, if you're currently battling the bloat, there is hope: Detox drinks can help speed the processing of toxins and have you feeling energised and sleek again in no time. Some of the best detox drinks include:

Cucumber And Lemon Water

You will need:

• 10-15 slices of fresh cucumber
• ½ a lemon, sliced thinly
• 1 litre of ice-cold water

Pomegranate And Mint Water

You will need:

• ½ a pomegranate (just the seeds)
• Several fresh mint leaves
• 1 litre of ice-cold water

Instructions:

Mix the ingredients with water in a jar or bottle and let stand for at least an hour, then sip slowly throughout the day. You can add more water to the same batch of ingredients throughout the day if desired, but you should replace the ingredients each day to ensure freshness and an optimal supply of nutrients.

How It Works

• Cucumbers are an excellent anti-inflammatory food and have been shown to help prevent water retention. They are also rich in vitamin A, C and K, all of which help to repair damage to the body and restore proper immune function.
• Lemons are known for their very high vitamin C content; this powerful vitamin cleanses the body of accumulated toxins. Lemon juice also soothes the digestive system and restores the natural PH balance of the body.
• Pomegranates have become renowned in recent years for their high level of antioxidants; research reveals that pomegranates contain approximately 3 times the level of antioxidants found in green tea or oranges. Pomegranates also provide the body with a large dose of vitamins A, C and E.
• Mint is also rich in nutrients, but its greatest benefit in detox drinks is its powerful role as a bloat-reducing stomach soother. It also adds a fresh, crisp flavour which prevents drinks from tasting stale even at the end of the day.

When combined with a healthy diet and exercise, detox drinks can be a powerful aide when it comes to achieving chiseled abs like Lazar's; these drinks also offer a perfect sugar-free and alcohol-free solution to the summer heat.