Gallery: Tummy Bulge: 6 Foods That Can Actually Make Your Stomach Look Bigger

The battle of the bulge. At one time or another, all of us have it (especially during that “special” time of the month). Exercise can help, but did you know that your diet may be the reason why there’s a slight muffin top emerging?

It isn't only junk food that can bloat you up. There are some foods that you might consider to be on the good-for-you list that can also make your tummy look a little “fluffier” than you’d like.

Check out the following six foods, think about how much you eat them and then go a week or so without ‘em. Your stomach may not have washboard abs, but your clothes will lay a lot better. (A happy medium!)