Experts
say there are two basic categories of foods that can be considered
"keeping it off superfoods" because they fill your tummy without
piling on the calories: fruits and vegetables. And the nutrient that gives fruits
and vegetables that ‘staying power?’ Fiber. So, if fruits and vegetables are
the "keeping-it-off superfood groups," fiber may well be the
"keeping-it-off super-nutrient."
Protein is another super-nutrient. It's becoming more scientifically
accepted that protein may help to curb appetite. Protein also offers staying
power, and can slightly boost your metabolism in the process.
But it’s imperative that you choose your
proteins wisely, because like all other foods, if you’re eating more than your
body needs, it’ll show up on the scale as a gain, instead of a loss.
The
following superfoods are smart, low-calorie choices that will benefit your
weight loss efforts:
Green
Tea - Researchers suspect that the catechins (helpful phytochemicals) in green
tea may trigger weight loss by stimulating the body to burn calories and mildly
decrease body fat. So indulge in either a hot cup or a nice tall iced glass of
green tea.
Broth-
or tomato-based soup – Soups can help reduce hunger before meals and increase
your feeling of fullness.
Low-calorie
green salads - Having a low-calorie salad – which is not defined as one that’s
loaded with croutons, high fat dressings, and cheese - as a first course can
help you feel full, thereby reducing how much you eat with your main course. Wisely choose your ingredients, and its high
fiber content can be the key to helping you fight cravings later in the day.
Yogurt
– Including dairy products as part of your healthy diet may promote your weight
loss efforts. Choosing a light yogurt
may help you fight off hunger pangs due to its combination of protein and
carbohydrate.
Beans
– A great combination of fiber and protein, beans help you feel full longer,
which means they may work to curb your between-meal appetite.
Water
– Water is your body’s lifeblood, and you should be drinking it through your
day. It’s a great no-calorie beverage, and you can get it by drinking unsweetened
tea, flavored unsweetened mineral water, regular water with lime or lemon, or
even in your cucumber. In addition to
helping flush toxins from the body, it can also help you feel full. So when those hunger pangs strike, try
drinking a glass of water before grabbing that snack.
High-Fiber,
Whole-Grain Cereal - Whole grains in general help boost fiber and the nutritional
value of your meal. One of the easiest
ways to give your daily diet a whole-grain boost is to have a bowl of
higher-fiber whole-grain cereal as breakfast or a snack.
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