Should you avoid carbs for abs? The definitive guide to diet and definition
                                
                                
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                                Contrary to popular belief, cutting carbohydrates completely isn't the magic bullet for visible abs; a 2018 study in *Nutrients* found that replacing refined grains with whole grains significantly reduced belly fat over 12 weeks. Understanding the nuanced role of nutrition is key to achieving definition, which is why we’ll answer the question, 'Should you avoid carbs for abs?'