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Superfood For Weight Loss!

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Dr. Surabhi Jain Nutritionist And Lactation ConsultantDietitian/Nutritionist • 19 Years Exp.M.Sc - Dietetics & Food Service Management, Post graduate diploma public health Nutrition , Certified in EFT and TFT, Lactation consultant, certified in energy healing, Certified in plant based diet, Certified NLP Practioner

Superfoods for weight loss

Despite the fact that there is no one food which is a holy grail for weight loss, Fortunately, there are certain foods that can help you achieve your weight-loss goal. Most of the foods consumed as part of a weight-loss diet have a few things in common: they're either high in fiber (which helps keep your tummy feel full for a longer period) or have a low energy density. The following types of food will help you eat a decent portion of meal without binging on calories.

1) Oatmeal

Starting your day with a bowl of oatmeal can result in a lower number on the scales. After eating oatmeal, you will feel significantly fuller and less hungry unlike eating any other cereal. Also, your calorie intake at lunch will be lower after eating oatmeal than after eating breakfast cereal. While both breakfasts may contain the same amount of calories, the oatmeal, on the other hand, provides more fiber, more protein, and less sugar than any cereal

2) Eggs

Eggs are tremendously rich in high-quality protein, fats and other essential nutrients, like vitamin D and choline. The protein, and the time of day to eat them, especially makes them a powerhouse for weight loss. Having a high-protein breakfast helps in weight loss, because protein gives you satiety while regulating appetite and hunger hormones, helping fend off your hunger until your lunchtime. A study found that eating eggs for breakfast helped people eat less throughout the day.

3) Avocados

Avocados are a rich source of monounsaturated fatty acids, potassium, dietary fiber, and phytochemicals. According to a study in Nutrition Journal, people who consume avocados tend to have lower BMI than those who don't. Avocados are higher in calories than other vegetables and fruits, their satisfying fiber and fat combo can help you lose some pounds. Add this green superfood to your salad,or sandwich for a burst of creamy flavour.

4) Beans, lentils, peas and chickpeas

A group of beans, lentils, peas and chickpeas, are known as pulses. They can influence weight loss due to their high protein and fiber content and the effect of fullness.

Pulses also contain soluble fibre similarly like oatmeal, which might slow down absorption and digestion. Consuming protein leads to the release of hormones that signal fullness to the brain.

5) Almonds

Almonds are high in protein and an excellent source of fiber. As said earlier, eating foods with the punch of fiber and protein can help you feel fuller for longer time as they make it less tempting to reach for an unhealthy snack to eat between meals.

Being rich in vitamin E and a good source of healthy mono- and polyunsaturated fats, almonds are a great pick to sprinkle over a side dish or salad. You can also use them as a substitute in place of other nuts like walnuts or pine nuts. Simply keep some almonds handy in your bag or a purse to eat them as an emergency snack.

Apart from the discussed foods, fruits, cruciferous vegetables, berries, salmon, and yoghurt are some foods which also help in losing some weight.

It would be best to limit foods with added sugar, fried foods, processed foods, high-fat meats, when you're trying to shift some pounds.

Although the right foods might help, exercising daily is essential for losing weight and keeping the pounds off. It is important to consult a doctor or nutritionist before opting for a change in diet or starting any physical activity plan.

In case you have a concern or query you can always consult a specialist & get answers to your questions!
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