Soda and Flattening the Stomach

Email from Anonymous:

Do I have to cut out soda completely if I want to keep my stomach flat?

Lisa's Response:

I have never been a fan of cutting out the foods/drinks you love completely. When you stop rewarding yourself all together, you run the risk of getting bored with your eating habits. Next, the cravings for the foods you miss start to set in and you may pick up your old habits again.

The key is moderation. You can still treat yourself from time to time. If you normally drink 4 cans of soda a day, try cutting it down to 1 can. Drink water and low sugar fruit juices instead.