Aug 18 2008

Consume Super Foods - Massive Weight Loss

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There are two basic categories of foods that can be considered “keeping it off superfoods” because they fill your stomach and dont pile on the calories: fruits and vegetables. And of course the nutrient that gives fruits and vegetables that ‘staying power?’ Fiber.

Accordingly if fruits and vegetables are the “keeping-the-weight-off superfood groups,” fiber can be considered the “keeping-the-weight-off super-nutrient.” Another super-nutrient is protein. Generally it is becoming more scientifically acceptable that protein can assist to curb appetite. Protein also provides staying power, and will boost your metabolism with the process. However it’s importante that you select your proteins with care. As with all other foods, if you’re consuming more than your body requires, the excess will show up on the scale as a gain, instead of a loss.

Check out these superfoods. These are smart, low-calorie choices that will benefit your weight loss efforts:

  • Green Tea - Researchers suspect that the catechins (helpful phytochemicals) in green tea may trigger weight loss by stimulating the body to burn calories and mildly decrease body fat. So indulge in either a hot cup or a nice tall iced glass of green tea.
  • Broth- or tomato-based soup – Soups can help reduce hunger before meals and increase your feeling of fullness.
  • Low-calorie green salads - Having a low-calorie salad – which is not defined as one that’s loaded with croutons, high fat dressings, and cheese - as a first course can help you feel full, thereby reducing how much you eat with your main course. Wisely choose your ingredients, and its high fiber content can be the key to helping you fight cravings later in the day.
  • Yogurt – Including dairy products as part of your healthy diet may promote your weight loss efforts. Choosing a light yogurt may help you fight off hunger pangs due to its combination of protein and carbohydrate.
  • Beans – A great combination of fiber and protein, beans help you feel full longer, which means they may work to curb your between-meal appetite.
  • Water – Water is your body’s lifeblood, and you should be drinking it through your day. It’s a great no-calorie beverage, and you can get it by drinking unsweetened tea, flavored unsweetened mineral water, regular water with lime or lemon, or even in your cucumber. In addition to helping flush toxins from the body, it can also help you feel full. So when those hunger pangs strike, try drinking a glass of water before grabbing that snack.
  • High-Fiber, Whole-Grain Cereal - Whole grains in general help boost fiber and the nutritional value of your meal. One of the easiest ways to give your daily diet a whole-grain boost is to have a bowl of higher-fiber whole-grain cereal as breakfast or a snack.

There you have it…besides exercise loss methods consuming super foods will also greatly assist weight loss.

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