Hey there, viewers!
If there’s one thing most women want more than anything, it’s the ability to eat as
much we want without piling on weight.
If only we could binge eat and chill all day long!
Well here’s an even better idea…
Why not eat to lose weight?
Studies have found eating certain foods can increase your metabolism.
Today, we’ll be talking about the 11 Best Weight Loss Foods For Women.
Can cucumber do the trick?
How about mushrooms?
I’ve never liked oatmeal, but I guess I’ll give it a try…
We’re talking all that AND more…
#1 Broccoli
You may have a love-hate relationship with this veggie, but broccoli is nutrient-dense.
It’s rich in fiber, Vitamin B complex, folates, riboflavin, carotenoids, Vitamin C, iron,
and potassium.
Broccoli contains 16 grams of fiber per bunch.
Eating a bowl keeps you full for a longer period of time.
Experts recommend eating 25-30 grams of fiber each day!
In case you aren’t a fan of raw Broccoli salads, sneak them into your soups, noodles,
or pasta.
You can also sauté Broccoli with cottage cheese or tofu.
Sprinkle black pepper to enhance flavor.
#2 Cucumber
Cucumbers are very low in calories, but loaded with phytonutrients and antioxidants.
They also keep you hydrated.
Just make sure you keep the peel on.
Believe it or not, that’s the most nutrient-dense part of a cucumber.
According to one study, a cup of sliced raw cucumber contains just 16 calories, but is
an excellent source of pantothenic acid, molybdenum, and vitamin K.
It also contains copper, biotin, magnesium, vitamin C, manganese, phosphorus, and vitamin
B1.
You could say cucumbers are a nutrient goldmine!
#3 Lentils
One of the most overlooked sources of protein, lentils are a staple food in Asian culture.
Canada also produces the highest amount of lentils.
One study shows that eating lentils every day might actually help you lose weight.
Lentils contain large amounts of protein that can help you combat hunger and cravings.
A cup of cooked lentil contains 17.9 grams of protein, about 15 grams of fiber and only
0.8 grams of fat.
You can consume lentils as soup, fritters or sprout them.
#4 Oatmeal
Oatmeal is already pretty popular among those watching their weight.
It is made from high-fiber whole grain dry oats.
The best part about oatmeal is its versatility.
You can increase its nutrition value by adding antioxidants rich fruits to it.
What makes oatmeal one of the best foods for weight loss is the amount of fiber it contains.
Just a cup of oatmeal when cooked in water contains 4 grams of dietary fiber and 6 grams
of protein.
Different research links oats to heart health and weight loss.
Trials have shown oat fiber to increase satiety by attracting water and increasing viscosity
of the digested food.
Make sure you skip the instant packs and instead opt for the homemade version.
To increase the amount of nutrients, add fruits like apples or blueberries.
#5 Strawberries
If this is your go-to snack, you’re already on the right track!
Strawberries are delicious and can prevent weight gain.
If one particular study is to be believed, fruits rich in flavonoids might help keep
the scale from rising.
Many fat resistant diet programs include strawberries due to their anti-inflammatory properties
and high-fiber consistency.
Experts suggest women should eat strawberries and blueberries every week.
This routine can reduce the risk of a heart attack by 32%.
Strawberries also promote the production of leptin and adiponectin- which are metabolic
and fat-burning hormones.
Just make sure you combine strawberries with a non-fat food and not cream!
Or eat them on their own.
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watch this video to know what weight loss tips actually work.
#6 Beans
This is another food you may have had a love-hate relationship with over the years.
If you’re hesitant to add beans to your weight loss diet, knowing a few facts might
change your mind.
Beans keep the body in check without being too restrictive on calorie intake.
Any ideal weight-loss food should contain either high fiber or protein.
Beans have both!
This helps you feel satiated and fight-off cravings.
Beans are the edible seeds of legumes, which have different shapes, tastes, and sizes,
depending on the legume they came from.
A cup of cooked pinto beans contains 245 calories, with 15 grams of protein and dietary fiber
each and only 0.9 grams of fat.
They are rich in vitamins, magnesium, zinc, phosphorous, potassium, and iron.
Soybean contains complete protein.
Being a low-glycemic food, beans are a superb choice when trying to lose weight.
Sprout and relish!
#7 Nuts
Is your weight driving you crazy?
It might be time to go nuts!
Alright, that was corny...
Acorny.
Alright, I’ll stop.
Nuts play a key role in helping you attain your weight loss goals, provided you don’t
overload on them.
Research concludes that getting proteins from nuts instead of animal products caused significantly
less weight gain.
Replace unhealthy snacks with peanuts, almonds, pistachios, walnuts, and hazelnuts.
Make sure you are consuming their unsalted versions.
Practice portion control because nuts are nutrient-rich calorie-dense foods.
And as much as you would like to grab a box of chocolate-coated or caramelized nuts, DON’T.
Raw or roasted nuts are your best companions.
#8 Apples
An apple a day keeps that muffin top away!
Research found that people who ate three apples a day were successful in their weight loss.
This delicious fruit is a storehouse of nutrients and water.
A medium-sized apple contains almost 86% water.
We don’t need to tell you how important it is to stay hydrated in order to curb cravings.
Dehydration is a major contributor to sweet cravings.
Besides this, apples are a low-calorie high-fiber food.
They help you feel full for a longer amount of time, promoting weight loss.
However, it is necessary to consume apples in their original form.
This means no juice or caramelized products.
#9 Celery
This fiber and water veggie is an excellent weight-loss food to include in your daily
diet.
A calorie burning exercise from 2016 focused on a subject who was fed both raw celery and
a smoothie.
Research showed that he had burned 112 calories after drinking the smoothie, and 72 calories
after the raw celery.
Craving celery already?
Just wait, there’s more.
This weight-loss-friendly veggie contains pantothenic acid, vitamin B6, riboflavin,
phosphorus, magnesium, and calcium.
So the next time you want that crunch, grab some celery sticks and non-fat dip.
Consume celery juice on its own or add with other green veggies to increase nutritional
value.
#10 Chickpeas
Garbanzo beans, more popularly known as chickpeas, have a nutty taste that blends well with several
other foods.
If you are looking to lose weight, chickpeas make an excellent choice as meat replacements
for proteins in plant-based diets.
While chickpeas have recently gained popularity in the West, these legume beans have been
a major part of the Middle Eastern and Asian diets for thousands of years.
They are nutrient-rich, moderate calorie foods.
An ounce of chickpeas contains 3 grams of protein, 2 grams of fiber, and 46 calories.
The synergy of protein and fiber in chickpeas slows digestion and keeps you feeling full.
In fact, several studies have shown protein has the ability to reduce appetite.
In one such study, a group of 12 women were given two separate meals.
Prior to one meal, they were given two slices of white bread.
Before the next meal, they were given a cup of chickpeas.
The group experienced a significantly reduced appetite after the chickpeas.
Need more reasons to gorge on chickpeas?
Boil them, and mix with your salad.
If you’re not into that, eating them on their own works just as well.
#11 Mushrooms
Whether on spaghetti, salad, or pizza, mushrooms taste good with almost anything.
But thanks to their role in regulating blood sugar, research shows that portobello mushrooms
can also promote weight loss.
Another study found that edible mushrooms are rich in antioxidants and have anti-inflammatory
effects on the body.
Regular consumption of mushrooms might be effective in the treatment of metabolic syndrome,
especially obesity.
The study made suggestions for the use of edible mushrooms in future pharmaceuticals
to help alleviate metabolic syndrome.
So, the next time you grab a salad, make sure to add some mushrooms!
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