Mitali Joshi
Losing weight is one mountain of a task. Gaining weight is relatively a piece of cake when compared to losing it. The key factors that determine a person’s weight loss are the diet he/she consumes, the amount of physical exertion done by him/her, the metabolism rate, the lifestyle, body’s type among many others. One should keep in mind the above factors before planning on weight loss.
Superfoods are one such component that helps a person speed up this lengthy process by burning up the excess fat faster and increasing the metabolism of the person. Today we are going to discuss the best superfoods for weight loss. Let’s begin –
1. Oatmeal
Oatmeal is the perfect breakfast choice for those trying to lose weight (1). As it has the capacity to keep your stomach full for longer periods of time at the same time filling you with energy, healthy fiber, and nutrients. It also has properties to keep the blood sugar level in control. Oatmeal is one of the best superfoods we have on our list.
2. Green Tea
Green Tea has the properties to expel the toxins out of your body making it a natural diuretic. It can also increase the metabolism of a person making it one of the best superfoods to help in losing weight (2).
3. Lentils
Lentils are pocket friendly. If you are on a budget diet they are a great option for you. Even one cup of boiled Lentils a day can increase the protein and fiber-rich content in your body, boosting your metabolism and leading to a loss in weight (3).
4. Apples
The biggest advantage of having Apple as a superfood is that you are going to have a variety. If you are a person who simply is bored with the tasteless diet foods then apples are at your rescue. Not only Apple increases your immunity but it also helps you gain the necessary nutrients such as proteins and minerals. Apples are naturally free of fat, cholesterol, and sodium and a low calorie, yet nutrient-dense food (4). You can experiment with these red pearls and make a tasty and healthy recipe of your own.
5. Olive oil
Studies and health experts suggest that one should totally opt for the healthiest cooking oil that is the olive oil (5). It contains components like Oleic acid which will help the person to burn out the unrequired fat making your body fit.
6. Almonds
Almonds are your go through the healthy snack. Pick two or ten the quality won’t increase your weight. Instead, it is enriched with proteins and vitamins that are good for the health of your skin, control that sugar craves, increase the metabolism rate thus resulting in weight loss. Almonds are really the best superfoods one can wish for (6).
9. Egg white
If you want to try something different from the regular oatmeal for breakfast, try egg whites for breakfast. Egg whites are tasty at the same time proving a good amount of nutrients. The bonus is that you are going to get very fewer calories as compared to the proteins. Egg whites are a really good option for losing weight.
10. Flaxseed
Flaxseed makes a hell of a good healthy snack. Rich in fiber and nutrients like Omega-3 fatty acids which naturally help over the major problem of obesity. It composts of 98% magnesium and 31% iron apart from other key proteins and vitamins. Apart from being a superfood that helps in losing weight (7), flax seeds have the power to lower one’s blood pressure and improve the poor digestive health of a person.
11. Blueberries
If you are the snacky kind of person who eats less proper food but more snacks then you should without a question try blueberries. These small berries if consumed on a regular basis will keep you satiated enough till you have proper lunch or dinner. Blueberries have a good amount of antioxidants which make expelling the unwanted waste out of your body easier, helping you in weight loss (8).
12. Grapefruit
Grapefruits naturally increase the water content in your body which automatically keeps your stomach full. Apart from that, it is rich in Vitamin C and Vitamin A along with various nutrients making it a perfect superfood for losing weight (9). Grapefruits also have properties that also help get rid of kidney stones and maintain good heart health.
