Super foods have the best nutrients for maintenance and betterment of our health. They boost our energy level and also aids weight loss.
Contrary to popular opinion, slashing as many calories from your diet as possible is not the optimal way to lose weight. Instead, you should be loading your diet with whole, healthy foods that fill you up (making you less likely to go overboard on less healthy options), boost your energy so you can crush it at the gym, and provide enough calories to keep your metabolism chugging right along.
Before diving into all this delicious goodness, an important note: Losing weight is different for different people. What works for your friends may not work for you, and vice versa.
Let us look at the super foods which we can inculcate in our diet which aid weight loss:
- Apples — A low calorie diet foods packed with phytonutrients, dietary fiber and antioxidants, it prevents diseases and promotes good health.
Image source — 117438425@N06 - Spinach – This dark, leafy green is chock-full of so many beneficial nutrients, like iron, potassium (a helpful bloat buster), fiber, and even protein.
Image source — 109605449@N03 - Oats — Oats has carbohydrates contained in them that help in the release of a hormone known as serotonin, which helps in relaxation and fat burning
Image source — 51660847@N03 - Pomegranates — Packed with antioxidants and folic acids, they are a rich source of fiber and low in calories. Thus, you can satisfy your sugar cravings with this fruit (either in raw form, juice or in salads) while not having to put on those extra kilos
Image credits: 66461131@N00 - Chia Seeds — These little seeds pack a major nutritional punch. A tablespoon contains 69 calories, largely thanks to the seeds’ heart-healthy fats, plus 5.5 grams of fiber.
Image source — balatonijozsef - Blueberries — Blueberries are loaded with antioxidants, high on fiber content and they keep you full for longer hours.
Image source — by_yulia - Flax Seeds — A tablespoon has 55 calories, 3 grams of fiber, and 4 grams of good-for-you.
Image source — defjux - Watermelon — Watermelon, which gets its pretty color from the antioxidant lycopene, is a juicy, delicious way to make sure you’re staying hydrated—a key factor in weight loss for various reasons.
Image source — 56809533@N02 - Green Tea — The antioxidants in it aid the fat and calorie-burning process
Image source — 96758193@N03 - Tomatoes — The combination of the antioxidant lycopene, water, and potassium makes tomatoes another winner
Image source — usamaattia - Chickpeas — Its protein content is through the roof, with 12 grams in a single cup, along with 11 grams of filling fiber.
Image source — 23436979@N07 - Capsicum – because of its thermogenic properties, can aid weight loss.
Image source — 62375788@N06 - Dark Chocolate — Dark chocolate contains antioxidants known as flavonoids, which promote good heart health. As a bonus, an ounce of 70-85 percent cacao dark chocolate has 3 grams of fiber and 64 grams of magnesium, which supports nerve and muscle function, immune health, and bone strength.
Image source — pyogenes_gruffer - Almond — They are low in calories, making them perfect for a quick and easy weight loss snack. You will also consume a healthy amount of fiber, which will satisfy your hunger, so you feel fuller for longer
Image source — healthaliciousness - Olive Oil — The poly unsaturated fatty acids found in it can help keep the hunger pangs away and also the oleic acid in it can help break down excess fats.
Image source — 81287731@N04 - Cranberry Juice — Besides being high in anti-oxidants, cranberry juice is also an excellent diuretic which removes all the excess fluids from your body. This cuts down on weight gain due to fluid retention.
Image source — dishingupdelights - Bananas — Bananas contain soluble fiber that helps slow digestion and keeps you feeling full for longer.
Image source — 24544963@N02 - Mushrooms — Mushrooms are low in calories, have virtually no fat or sugar, and are loaded with beneficial nutrients such as potassium.
Image source — 24235935@N03 - Eggs — This high protein and low calorie egg whites are a great breakfast option. Egg whites contain only 17 calories, which is negligible compared to other foods.
Image source — haggerty - Cucumber — Just have an entire cucumber to satiate your hunger. Slice them into chips and spice it up with pepper, rock salt and a dash of lemon. It is low calorie and prevents fluid retention. Since it is high on water content and has low sodium content, it is great for health.
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