5 Best Foods for Weight Loss

You would think with internet access, television programs, and countless “healthy” magazines staring at us from the grocery line, we would all be familiar with the best foods for weight loss. If only that were true.

Some people are still labouring under the assumption that popping diet pills or gulping down a miracle drink is the only way to shed those pounds when in fact they can eat their way to weight loss.

Here are some of the best foods for weight loss which are easily accessible at your supermarket.

Broccoli – This poor vegetable is either loved or hated but it contains more vitami
C than oranges and is an excellent source of iron in a vegetarian diet. Steamed or raw this vegetable should be on everyone’s menu.

If the thought of broccoli makes you want to hurl, team it up with a curried yogurt dip and get double the weight loss benefit.

Nuts and Seeds – For years dieters have shunned nuts because of their high fat content. But nuts, like almonds, contain heart healthy fats and are high in fibre, vitami
E, folic acid, magnesium, copper and antioxidants.
The key to including them in our diet is portion control. A small palmful of almonds is a heart healthy snack.

Blueberries - A real super food, the blueberry has the highest antioxidant capacity of all fresh fruit and contains no less than sixteen vital nutrients.

A University of Michigan Cardiovascular Center study suggests that blueberries may help reduce belly fat and risk factors for cardiovascular disease and metabolic syndrome.

Just don’t foul them up with added sugar and fat by making them into a pie!

Soy – Here’s another word that conjures up unpleasant thoughts for some. However, a significant number of research studies support claims that soy consumption can help you lose weight.

Soy is a low fat source of complete protein and when you add it to a proper diet and an exercise program, it can help you lose weight.

Another benefit is that soy doesn’t cause a spike in your blood sugar level and soy products, like tofu and soy milk, tend to make you feel fuller for a longer time period.

Tomatoes – According to research, eating tomatoes actually makes you feel full.

Scientists think that the tomato contains rich compounds which alter our appetite hormones. Some suggest that lycopene which gives the tomato its red colour might be the key ingredient.

And since the amount of lycopene increases during processing, even canned sauces can be beneficial. Just watch the sugar and salt content.

So, the next time you’re preparing your grocery list, make sure you add these five best foods for weight loss. What can you lose, except the weight.