5 foods that accelerate weight loss to add to every meal

Anyone trying to lose weight knows that the journey can be full of frustrating obstacles and unexpected twists and turns. But once you have the right healthy eating routine on board, you’ll be able to accelerate weight loss with every meal you eat. Melissa Metri, MS, RD, nutrition writer and owner of Melissa Mitri Nutrition, shares five of the best foods to add to your regular meals that will get you so close to results. So get excited, and keep reading to learn more about these healthy foods for weight loss. And then, don’t miss the 5 Healthy Foods in Your Fridge to Lose Weight Faster.

Cruciferous vegetables

If you want to lose weight, bring on cruciferous vegetables! Cauliflower, broccoli, leafy greens, and Brussels sprouts are low in the calorie and carb departments and full of satiating fibre, according to Metric. This healthy vegetable also helps reduce inflammation. Mitri suggests adding them to fresh smoothies and omelets or savoring them as an easy-to-prepare side dish.

avocado

This green fruit is full of fiber and healthy fats. Mitri says it’s also linked to weight loss.

According to research, adding half an avocado to your lunch can boost feelings of fullness for three to five hours after eating. Another study revealed that women who ate an avocado every day experienced greater fat loss than those who did not eat an avocado.

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All cereal

“You don’t have to give up carbs when you’re trying to lose weight,” Mitri says. “Choosing whole-grain carbohydrates with every meal like quinoa, whole-wheat pasta, and brown rice has more fiber and nutrients to keep you satisfied.” In addition, incorporating such grains into your meals can help eliminate cravings for sugar and refined carbohydrates.6254a4d1642c605c54bf1cab17d50f1e

Nuts and seeds

Seeds and nuts such as almonds, pistachios, walnuts, flaxseeds, pumpkin seeds, and chia seeds are an excellent addition to your weight loss program. According to Mitry, “They’re a rich source of healthy anti-inflammatory fats, plant-based protein, and fiber to keep you full and help you more easily stick to your weight-loss goals. Enjoy mixed with smoothies, on top of yogurt, or a great trail mix with nuts as a bit of an afternoon pick-me-up.”

fat fish

It’s time to add more fatty fish to your diet as soon as possible. Sardines, tuna, and salmon can help reduce overall body fat. “[Fatty fish] It’s high in protein yet relatively low in calories and rich in heart-healthy fats. Studies have shown that eating fatty fish may help support weight loss by regulating appetite hormone levels. Enjoy low-mercury fish regularly such as salmon, canned light tuna, sardines, and cod,” says Metri.

Alexa Melardo