6 Superfood For Weight Loss

Weight loss is essentially eating fewer calories than your body is using. So what you eat is more important than how much you eat because it determines whether you meet your nutritional needs without going over your calorie deficit for the day. That’s why it’s easy to lose weight when you eat certain food that are nutritional, low in calories, and also filling to help with food satiety. Here are 6 such superfood for your weight loss journey.

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Eggs

Eggs are a staple breakfast food for good reason. Regular consumption of an egg-based breakfast has been associated with increased weight loss over time. It’s in itself hard to overeat because it’s very high in protein. Protein increases your metabolism and burns more calories. This process is known as the thermic effect of food which is the energy the body requires to metabolise food. Protein food have the highest thermic effect among the different macronutrients. Try to avoid adding ingredients such as whole milk, sugar, and cheese which could make it a different meal altogether.

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Soup

There are many different types of soup. To lose weight, have the majority of your soup made up of healthy vegetables and protein to keep it nutrient-packed. Soup is filling because it is made up of mostly water. It also takes time to eat soup. This is good considering it takes approximately 20 minutes from the time you start eating for your brain to send out signals of fullness. Overall, it can help decrease calorie intake while maintaining satiety.

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Chicken breast

It’s one of the leanest protein sources and the leanest part of a chicken. Although it has more calories than vegetables, almost all of the calories are coming from protein. And with high protein comes a higher thermic effect. 

Keep in mind the fried and breaded chicken varieties are high in unhealthy fats, carbs, and calories. Try healthier preparations such as grilling, baking, or stir-frying the chicken. Certain chickens are also heavily processed, and processed meat is often associated with negative health effects. One way to check if chicken breast is processed is through the use-by-date. Fresh meat is not going to last weeks and weeks in your refrigerator as some processed meats can.

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Watermelon

It’s a great dessert alternative to more sugary options such as ice cream and cake. Watermelon is made up of 92% water so it has a low calorie density as a relatively large portion of the watermelon has low calories. Such food have been shown to help with weight loss by promoting fullness and reducing appetite. It’s also filling due to its high water content.

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Fish

A lot of fish contain Omega 3 fatty acid which helps the feeling of fullness. Fish is one of the lowest-calorie protein foods when compared to other protein sources. It’s low in fat and rich in B vitamins which are important for turning the food you eat into energy. Fish contains B12, which has been shown to improve metabolism and reduce cravings. 

The catch to losing weight? Choose the healthier cooking options such as baking, broiling, and grilling instead of frying. Opt for healthier fish such as salmon, herring, and sardines.

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Popcorn

If you still want to indulge in low-calorie snacking, popcorn with no butter or oil added is a great option. Popcorn has a lot of fibre per calorie so it’s hard to overeat as fibre is great at filling you up. One study found that 15 calories of popcorn were as filling as 150 calories of potato chips. But popcorn can still be addictive so moderation is important here as it can still be fattening if eaten too much.

You can incorporate these food as part of a balanced diet. In general terms, a healthy diet consists of a healthy share of fruits and vegetables, grain, dairy, and protein. Healthy preparation is also important as food can be modified to become unhealthy. Weight management reduces critical illness risk but we cannot prevent the risk. For financial protection against up to 150 critical illness conditions, check out GoXtra Care.