Super Foods are also known as “nutritional powerhouses” that keep our minds and bodies sharp. For years, researchers have been able to link super foods to the maintenance of our bones, improved eyesight, the ability to keep our minds sharp, and the prevention of various chronic diseases. In more recent studies, research and evidence now suggests that foods which fall into the “super food” category can also help you get slim and stay slim!
In this article we are going to review some of the top super foods that promote weight loss, and show you just how easy it is to incorporate them into your daily routine. Better yet, most of them are also delicious!
Black Beans
One cup of black beans contains as much as 15 grams of protein and yet cuts corners from the saturated fats found in protein sources such as red meat. Try swapping out red meat for black beans every now and then.
Oats
Resistant starch is a healthy carbohydrate and can be found in oats. This healthy carbohydrate is responsible for boosting metabolism and burning fat. Since oats are quite rich in fibre, you will feel noticeably fuller for long and surely this feeling of fullness will eliminate any need for snacking throughout the day.
Avocados
Not all fats are bad fats. Avocados contain the compound oleic acid, which are healthy mono unsaturated fats. These fats have the ability to trigger your body to eliminate hunger cravings. A regular dose of avocado will help melt away unwanted body fat, and also offers loads of healthy fibre and protein.
Salmon
Salmon is a great source of lean protein and is also loaded with monounsaturated fats. Past research has shown that those who eat a rich monounsaturated fat diet lost 9 pounds on average. So load up on these good fats and start enjoying seafood again!
Broccoli
With cancer preventing powers, loads of fibre, and just 30 calories per serving, this green veggie serves as a staple side dish or salad booster, and is bound to help you in the weight department!
Pears
Did you know that just one pear contains your daily recommended serving of fibre? Treat yourself to a pear a day, and you will most certainly keep the doctor away. Keep in mind, the majority of fibre can be found in the outer layer, so refrain from peeling this delicious fruit.
Wine
Wine contains a very powerful antioxidant called resveratrol. This antioxidant can be found in the skin of grapes and has been proven to stop the storage of fats in the body. By drinking wine moderately, you can burn steady calories for up to 90 minutes after drinking a glass.
Grapefruit
Grapefruit contains a compound that has the ability to lower insulin levels (a fat storage hormone), which will in turn lead to weight loss. Not only does grapefruit act as a fat buster, it is also a great source of protein, and will fill you up leaving you eating less (grapefruit is 90percent water). Eating half a grapefruit before meals can help you lose up to one pound of body fat per week!
Green Tea
Green tea contains powerful antioxidants which aid in fat and calorie burn. This hot beverage actually hydrates the body just like water, which will give you a sense of fullness for longer, allowing your body to drop excess pounds. Research has shown that drinking 5 cups of green tea daily will help you lose double the weight mainly off of your stomach.
Bananas
Snack on a slightly green banana and fill yourself up with just 12.5 grams of resistant starch. Bananas also double as great metabolism boosters!
Dark chocolate
Since dark chocolate has been proven to slow down digestion, you will be left feeling fuller for longer. Small portions of dark chocolate for desert will tie you over until your next meal. Since dark chocolate is loaded with monounsaturated fats, having a little now and then will turbocharge your metabolism and burn more fat and calories. In addition to these wonderful benefits, dark chocolate will also curb various other cravings for fatty, salty, and sweet foods.
Oranges
Oranges are a great day time snack because they are loaded with fiber, yet contain only 59 calories. The fiber will keep you feeling fuller longer, and eating less throughout the day!
Pine nuts
Pine nuts are another guilt free snack packed with healthy fatty acids that you can enjoy while burning off belly fat. Pine nuts contain only 95 calories for approximately 80 nuts.
Cheese
Swap out your regular old cheese for fresh goat or feta cheese. These cheeses contain a specific fatty acid that helps you feel full for longer, and will help burn more fat than other types of cheese. When purchasing either of these, go for a “grass-fed” brand since those will contain higher amounts of healthy fats.
Plantains
Cooked plantains serve as a great snack! Half a cup of plantains contain approximately 4 grams of resistant starch which will help burn fat and boost your metabolism.
With such a wide variety of super foods available, you are bound to find a few that will satisfy your cravings. Swap in a few of these delicious super foods in exchange for some of your “go to” bad foods, and you will be able to not only feel but also see the positive impact they have on your body in no time.
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