Standing up straight immediately engages your stomach muscles giving your physique a toning and slimming effect. So work on your posture by reminding yourself to stand tall and proud.

Eat a daily serving of probiotic-rich foods like yogurt. It’s full of good bacteria that ensures your digestion is working as intended and not causing unnecessary bloat instead.

When you eat too fast, your body is actually swallowing more air, which can lead to an unwanted potbelly. To get around this, consume your food mindfully by chewing each bite at least 10 times.

Walking helps to burn more waistline fat by giving your metabolism a little jolt. Try to squeeze in a 30-minute stroll into your day by simply walking to and back from lunch during office hours.

Fact: stress makes you fat. Frazzled nerves lead to the production of cortisol by your body, which sends excess fat to your midsection in an attempt to protect your vital organs. Try to do something relaxing every day to avoid stress.

When nature calls, answer it! Most women are too busy during the day to use the toilet but don’t ignore the urge to go as this may set the stage for bloat-inducing constipation later on.

Chewing gum forces you to swallow excess air that will prevent you from putting on that teeny bikini you’ve been eyeing for the summer. Switch to mints for the same minty fresh effect without the bloat.

Repeat after me: Rehydrate, don’t dehydrate. Not drinking enough water causes the body to retain fluids, which can cause you to carry excess weight around your midsection. Aim for six to eight glasses of water a day.

Too much estrogen can cause women to retain fat around the waist. To get rid of that pouch, try taking Vitamin D & B to balance hormone levels but always consult your health practitioner before adding in any dietary supplements.