Hey there, viewers.
Are you trying to lose weight?
Getting healthier can be tough, but you can do it.
The biggest challenge is changing your diet.
You can exercise all you want but if you’re not eating the right foods, it won’t matter.
Let’s talk about Foods You Need To Eat Every Week To Lose Weight.
Are you eating fatty fish?
How about broccoli?
Do you have to eat more apples?
Wait, does dark chocolate actually help?
We’re talking all that AND more.
Let’s begin.
Dark Chocolate
Who knew that sweets could help you lose weight?
Well dark chocolate is not your usual sweet.
But eating it in moderation every week can contribute to weight loss.
Dark chocolate is shown to reduce cravings.
It will also make you feel full for a longer period.
As a result, you’ll eat less throughout the day.
A study from 2010 focused on 12 women who ate a moderate amount of dark chocolate over
a period of time.
It turned out to reduce their hunger.
It also increased their level of ghrelin, the hormone that stimulates hunger.
Compared to people who eat milk chocolate, research finds that people feel much more
satisfied when they eat dark chocolate.
They also consume 20% less calories at later meals than people who eat milk chocolate.
Dark chocolate will help you drop pounds if you eat it every now and then.
Just one small bar is 90 calories.
It also holds 4% of your daily fiber.
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Avocado
All of your hipster friends are right, avocado is the way to go.
Especially if you’re looking to lose weight.
A healthy diet of avocado does wonders for your waistline.
Much like dark chocolate, it can suppress your appetite, making you less likely to overeat.
Studies show that people who eat avocado with their meal feel 23% more satisfied after.
They also have 28% less desire to eat over the next 5 hours.
Avocado is also low on calories and high in fiber.
Eating it is pretty easy.
The best part is that there are so many foods you can add it to.
I mean sure, you can eat it raw.
But why not try some avocado toast?
There are also salads and dips you should consider adding it to.
Eggs
We all should be eating more eggs.
For the longest time, eggs were seen as unhealthy.
This was due to the idea they raised your bad cholesterol.
In recent years, people have turned around.
Eggs are great for both weight loss and putting on muscle.
If you eat eggs for breakfast a couple times a week, you’re increasing your chances of
slimming down.
They are low in calories and extra high in protein.
There are 6 grams of protein in one large egg.
This will keep you pretty full for a while.
Eggs are a smart and delicious addition to your low calorie diet.
Eat them in the morning with other low calorie choices.
Just stay away from unhealthy breakfast staples like white toast and fatty bacon.
This will throw your diet off pretty quickly.
Beans
Another simple food choice that can be cooked from home any time.
Beans are one of the most commonly eaten foods around.
You probably have a can or two that have been sitting in your pantry since before you moved
in.
Now I wouldn’t eat those ones, but fresh beans from the grocery store are a plus.
I mean they’re a go-to weight loss food.
Black and kidney beans are pretty basic meal choices.
If you’re getting your health right, try cooking them every day.
You're eating lots of protein and fiber, so your stomach will feel pretty good.
Apples
You’ve heard how an apple a day keeps the doctor away.
Well you may not need to go that far.
But try going for an apple a few times a week.
Again, apples are really low in calories.
I mean sure, some of them can be really sour, but just avoid those ones.
Apples will definitely give you that fiber boost you’ve needed.
One medium-sized apple has around 12% of your daily suggested amount.
One of the best things about apples is the endless amount of recipes you can add them
to.
I’m talking about smoothies, salads and even toast.
Maybe you can chop them up into slices and have them that way.
Another great thing about apples is that they can be stored in your fridge for a while.
They are also pretty cheap to buy.
So the next time you’re at the grocery store, don’t shy away from this delicious fruit.
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Now back to our discussion on Foods You Need To Eat Every Week For Weight Loss.
Broccoli
I mean apples are a pretty easy addition to your diet.
But some may find broccoli to be a challenge.
It might be gross at first, but you get used to it.
You just need to think happy thoughts.
The fact that it's super nutritious should help too.
Broccoli is one of the best vegetables out there.
It’s great for weight loss.
The fiber will help your digestion and reduce your appetite.
It’s also got a ton of amazing nutrients that your body is probably lacking in.
Just one cup of chopped broccoli holds 90% of your daily suggested Vitamin C. You’re
also getting a healthy amount of potassium and iron.
Broccoli is also associated with reduced risk of cancer and inflammation.
If you’re up for it, start by eating broccoli a couple times a week.
Just don’t boil it.
That burns away a lot of the nutrients.
Steaming it is the better way to go.
If you’re feeling extra brave, try eating it raw.
Salmon
Keeping with the theme of acquired tastes, salmon should also be eaten if you’re going
to lose weight.
Since fish is normally expensive, eating it once a week would be appropriate.
Fatty fish in general can keep you full for hours.
But salmon just has so many good things going for it.
On top of it being low calorie, it packs a lot of protein.
A 4 oz serving of boneless salmon has about 25 grams.
This will keep your stomach satisfied.
But that’s not all.
Arguably the most important thing about salmon is that it holds omega-3 fatty acids.
These help reduce inflammation in your body, which is key in reducing your chances of obesity.
But you shouldn’t just limit yourself to salmon.
You can try other fish as well.
How about mackerel, sardines and trout?
I know these probably don’t make your mouth water, but you’re trying to get healthier
here.
Give them a shot.
Chia Seeds
Now this is one you might not be familiar with.
But it’s loaded with fiber, so it doesn’t matter.
Chia seeds are said to be one of the healthiest foods on the planet.
Not only do they have amazing nutrients, they can benefit your body and mind.
You can’t do any better when trying to lose weight.
This is a weekly food you can add to several different meals.
The soluble fiber in chia seeds absorbs water and expands your stomach.
This increases your fullness and slows down food absorption.
Studies have shown that eating chia seeds for your breakfast reduced that amount of
food you ate later on in the day.
If you’re going to eat chia seeds, experts suggest you eat 2 tablespoons a day.
How about starting by sprinkling a little bit into your low fat cereal?
Chicken Breast
This is one you’ll enjoy.
I mean who doesn’t like eating chicken?
The fact that it’s delicious is one thing, but its health benefits are a bonus!
A 4 oz boneless chicken breast has a whopping 23 grams of protein.
Eating this for lunch and dinner with some healthy greens will definitely fill you up.
Maybe try a nice chicken and broccoli combo.
Or add slices of it to your salad.
That always works for me.
Increasing your protein intake throughout the day will cut down the amount of calories
you're eating.
That’s because you’re just so full.
A diet that is high in protein can help you burn over 100 calories per day.
So if it's in your budget, buy enough chicken breast to eat every couple of days.
This is something you can cook every week without a problem.
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