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20 Foods You Can Eat A Lot Of Without Gaining Weight

11. Strawberries

Berries are rich in antioxidants called polyphenols, which makes them extremely good for your physical health. Strawberries also contain more Vitamin C than oranges when we’re talking about consuming an entire serving of them put together. Rich in both potassium and fiber, these berries are classified as low-energy food with a cup containing just 50 calories. It’s also free of sodium, fat, and cholesterol, which make them an ideal food to consume for weight loss.

12. Lean Meat

If you’re someone who can’t give up meat entirely especially when they taste so good, you should opt for buying lean meat more. Lean meat scores high in its satiety index, which makes this an adequate choice even for weight loss. Lean meat is the evidence you need that you don’t need to necessarily cut off meat to lose weight. Studies have also shown that those who consume lean meat regularly eat 12 percent less in their next meal. It’s classified as a low-carb high-protein food that will effectively aid in weight loss.

13. Popcorn

While a lot of people perceive popcorn as fattening, this isn’t the case at all. It’s a whole-grain food that’s filled with a lot of fibers and keeps you full for longer periods compared to empty calories like junk food and cookies. As long as you consume this in moderation and watch your sodium levels with butter and salt, you should be fine with eating popcorn. As with everyone, moderation is key to achieve weight loss.

14. Boiled Potatoes

Potatoes are known to have an abundance of carbs, which is why they’re commonly avoided when trying to lose weight. However, this misconception is false and it can even help you maintain or lose weight. Potatoes contain a lot of vitamins, fiber, and resistant starch, which has four calories per gram which is very different from the calories regular starch provides.

15. Eggplant

Eggplants are one of the most underrated foods that are classified as low-calorie foods. When baking with no oil, a single serving will fill you up. The best part of this is that each serving only provides as low as 24 calories. Eggplants also contain several antioxidants that are good for your body upon consumption. It also comes with a lot of vitamins and minerals such as niacin, phosphorus, manganese, thiamine, and Vitamins B6, C, and K. Lastly, it contains fiber, which aids in your overall gut health.

16. Watermelon

There’s no surprise on how eating a lot of fruits can not only aid in weight loss but have several benefits for your body. From the name itself, you can assume that watermelon is composed primarily of water, with up to 92 percent of water. Each serving provides as low as 30 calories and since the majority of its composition comes from water, it’s the reason why you feel so full. Just like any fruit, it comes with a lot of minerals and vitamins. Lastly, it contains a specific amino acid called arginine, which helps burn body fat.

17. Lettuce

Lettuce might not be an ideal food if you’re looking for an adequate source of protein or fiber, but it contains a lot of nutrients and vitamins like iron, folate, Vitamin A, and C. Lettuce is extremely low in calories, providing just 10 to 20 calories, depending on the type of lettuce. It’s also filled with 92 percent water, which is why even if it’s not a protein-rich food, it can make you feel full for a prolonged period, especially when topped with the right foods like zucchini, chicken breast, egg, or tomatoes.

18. Algae

When you hear algae, the first thing that must come to your mind is green mush. However, algae should be your new best friend when losing weight. It’s a very low-energy food that contains a lot of iodine, which is responsible for stabilizing your hormone levels. It also helps your thyroid glands function better. Lastly, algae contain a lot of protein, potassium, and iron. Don’t be fooled by its green nature as this can effectively aid in weight loss.

19. Cucumber

As another food that’s composed of water, cucumbers are very hydrating, which is also why you can see them being included in detox waters. While several people like peeling off its skin, it’s best to avoid doing that to absorb the full nutrients that cucumbers provide. It also provides just 16 calories per serving, with its seeds and peels being full of fiber. You can never go wrong with incorporating cucumber into your diet or even as just a snack.

20. Honeydew Melon

While honeydew melons aren’t the most low-energy-dense foods, they can still aid in weight loss. Each serving contains 78 calories and even if it’s much higher than other fruits, it contains natural sugar. In addition, a single serving can provide you half of your Vitamin C requirement, which is beneficial for your skin and your immune system. If you’re craving something sweet, this is the best alternative given the natural sugars it contains instead of consuming chocolate or cookies.

21. Beetroot

As another filling food, beetroot is considered a low-calorie food as it provides just 40 calories. This is also a low-energy-dense food, which means it’s recommended even for high intake that won’t break your caloric restrictions. If you want to burn fat, beetroot will encourage you to reach that goal. Lastly, beetroot helps with blood sugar regulation and muscle growth. With the several benefits it provides, beetroot is great for your physical health and wellbeing.

22. Blackberries

We’ve already discussed the general benefits that berries provide, but blackberries in specific are full of bioflavonoids, which are antioxidants that are beneficial for your digestion and circulation. One serving of blackberries has 60 calories since it’s quite a sweet fruit. The health benefits that it provides aren’t just limited to physical health, but also your skin health. Blackberries are rich in fiber and go perfectly in oatmeal and yogurts, especially as fruit toppings.

23. Kale

Kale is a known vegetable that can effectively aid in weight loss. It’s rich in both protein and fiber, and since it’s classified as a low-energy-dense food, it can make you feel full for longer periods. One cup of kale gives you 33 calories, with 2.5 grams of fiber and 3 grams of protein. There’s no doubt that kale is beneficial for your health. Similar to other leafy vegetables, kale can help you burn belly fat and other stubborn fats in your body.

24. Tomatoes

Tomatoes have always been known for the benefits they provide for your skin and overall health. They’re also very versatile and easy to add to several meal recipes and snacks. Tomatoes are rich in Vitamins A and C and also include potassium, chromium, folate, and fiber. A lot of people don’t know this, but tomatoes are one of the foods that are rich in fiber. This is why you won’t feel hungry fast when you consume tomatoes in your diet.

25. Blueberries

Blueberries are extremely rich in antioxidants, similar to other varieties of berries. It’s high-energy dense and provides 85 calories for a single serving. It’s also rich in fiber, which is why you can see them paired with yogurt, oatmeal, or even pancakes. A study was also shown that eating blueberries can help speed up the fat-burning process. Blueberries have natural sugar in them like any other fruit, and they’re great to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Grapefruit

This fruit has become specifically popular among celebrities, which is another snack ideal to make you feel for longer periods. Grapefruits contain a lot of fiber and can help bring down your blood sugar levels. Even if you potentially finish an entire grapefruit in one sitting, it’s only going to total a few hundred calories. It also contains magnesium, potassium, and Vitamin C, which make it beneficial for your immune system. Even a single grapefruit will comprise 60 percent of your daily Vitamin C requirement.



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