A weight loss plan simply requires you to expend more calories than you consume, and in order to do this, you need to eat healthy. This generally requires you to cook your own meals, avoid skipping meals and make sure you carefully choose your daily meals. Also have in mind that different foods undergo different metabolism process in the body and can influence your hormones in several ways. So it’s important that you take out time and do some research about different kind of foods and how they work with regards to your weight.
Fortunately, we’ve done some research on our own and we’ve been able to come up with these 7 foods that are definitely healthy and would aid in your weight loss goals.
1. Eggs are nutritious
Eggs are mostly known for their high cholesterol contents but they hardly ever raise blood cholesterol, seeing that a single egg contains 212mg as against the recommended daily intake of 300mg. Eggs are packed with nutrients including healthy fats, vitamins, minerals, proteins with low calories. It is a healthy choice when considering weight loss and you would want to boil eggs because frying adds unwanted fats to your meal.
2. Sea foods
Sea foods are known for their high iodine content, which is needed in the body to produce the hormones necessary for metabolism. Replacing fatty and high calorie meat with fish is very beneficial. It could be oily but unlike red meat it contains fish oil, omega-3 fatty acids and low amount of unhealthy saturated fat. A high intake of fish could be really filling and since it contains low calories, it not only helps you lose excess fat but keeps you away from heart conditions.
3. Lean meat and chicken breasts
The importance of protein in a weight loss program cannot be over emphasized. Eating grilled, skinless chicken breast provides you with low calories and a high amount of lean protein which helps lose body fat.
Recent research shows that unprocessed red meat does not increase the risk of heart disease and it is high in protein, making it ideal for a healthy weight loss.
4. Potatoes
Potatoes are rich in vitamins and minerals but low in calories and fat. Having a high fiber content makes them very filling and ideal. Boiling potatoes without peeling it preserves the protein and keeps you away from unnecessary fat that comes with frying. Just remember not to season with butter or sour cream because they increase fat content.
5. Fruits
Most fruits are very high in fiber content and relatively low in calories. They’re are also rich in vitamins and antioxidants which are very healthy for your body in general. Avocado fruit for instance is known for its good flavor and texture in food. It contains a high level of unsaturated fatty acids and is one of the best sources of omega-3 fatty acids, which helps rid the body of bad cholesterol.
6. Green Veggies
Eating green vegetables as part of a healthy diet could help you lose weight. Veggies like spinach, peas, green pepper, cabbage and sprouts, have high fiber contents, which enables you feel full for long and reduces hunger pangs. This helps you control how much you eat, while getting vitamins that helps to keep you healthy in the long run.
7. Beans and Legumes
Recent studies show that certain beans and legumes, which includes lentils, black beans, kidney beans, etc., curb cravings and promote satiety while it ‘attacks belly fat’. They are high in protein and fiber which is responsible for satiety. The only setback is to ensure adequate cooking to avoid heart burns in those who can hardly tolerate beans.
Conclusion
It’s important to bear in mind that maintaining a healthy diet requires you to be disciplined, especially when surrounded by kids and ‘big eaters’.
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