Trying to lose weight doesn’t mean you have to give up snacking all together. There are plenty of healthy snacks you can munch on while you’re on a diet and the best part is that they will also help you lose weight faster! Along with fat burning, these snacks are also good for your overall health. Check out these top suggestions and make sure you incorporate them into your daily diet! Happy smart snacking!
Apples
There’s a saying that goes like this: an apple a day keeps the doctor away. We can add that an apple a day also helps you lose weight faster. Apples are super healthy snacks and eating two per day is enough to fill your fruit intake, without all the calories. Apples are a great way to satisfy a sweet tooth the healthy way, they are rich in vitamin C and they don’t bloat!
Blueberries
Blueberries are known to be super foods that will help speed up weight loss. They are very high in antioxidants, vitamin K, vitamin C and fiber. If you are trying to lose weight via a healthy diet and exercise, blueberries are recommended after a workout thanks to their muscle-recovery properties. Plus, they are delicious!
Cheese
Bet you weren’t expecting cheese to be on this list! Despite the misconception that cheese is fattening, studies have shown that thanks to its levels of butyric acid, cheese can help reduce the feeling of hunger, speed up your metabolism, and actually help you lose weight. It is recommended that you consume natural cheese with whole-grain bread in order to achieve good results.
Spinach
Popeye knew why he ate so much spinach! This is an amazing food that will help you boost your metabolism along with many other health benefits. Spinach is rich in nutrients, can help fight and prevent heart disease, osteoporosis, colon cancer, and arthritis. Enjoy it cooked or in salads to benefit from all its nutrients.
Broccoli
Green vegetables are amazing for your health! Never forget this. That being said, one of the healthiest greens is broccoli. This healthy snack can be eaten raw or cooked, depending on your preferences. Broccoli is packed with vitamins D, A, and K, it can help lower cholesterol and helps your organism get rid of toxins.
Low Fat Plain Yogurt
Sure, it doesn’t sound tasty or tempting, but low fat plain yogurt comes with many benefits. First of all, it’s probiotic, which means that it is rich in “good bacteria” that will help relieve digestive problems. Second, yogurt is high in protein, low fat and low in calories which is perfect if you are trying to lose weight and looking for healthy snacks. If you don’t like plain yogurt, you can sweeten it with brown sugar or honey.
Canned Tuna
Looking for lean and delicious foods? Have some tuna! Tuna is rich in vitamins B3, B12 and protein. It is also low in fat and rich in omega 3 fatty acids that have antioxidant benefits. You can have it as a snack or as a meal by pairing tuna with brown rice or a salad of greens.
Boiled Soybeans
Boiled soybeans, also known as edamame, are a very tasty, low-calorie, low-fat snack that is also rich in protein, fiber, vitamins C and A and iron. See how many benefits in just one snack? Eat them as they are or add a pinch of salt, not too much, if you feel like they need a taste boost.
Beef Jerky
Here are the simple rules you have to follow if you want to snack on beef jerky the healthy way. First, opt for the low sugar and low sodium version. Second, avoid smoked or barbecue-flavored jerky as these tend to have a lot of additives.
Water
While water is not necessarily a snack, it made the list thanks to its many benefits. Studies have shown that drinking water can increase your metabolism by 30%, which is not short of amazing.
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