Losing weight can be hard, especially if you aren’t eating the right foods. Eating off the dollar menu is definitely not the move. Your diet doesn’t have to boring either. You can eat more than celery and carrots, so here are the best foods you should eat when trying to lose weight.
#1: Avocados
Every time you add avocado to something at a restaurant you never regret it. Avocados help keep blood sugar levels balanced, which stops any cravings you might have. They are also great sources of magnesium, an essential mineral in the body that helps lower stress.
#2: Chia Seeds
These little guys have been hip for some time now, and for good reason. They actually fight belly fat. Chia seeds have a lot of calcium, and women who don’t have enough calcium can have a hard time losing weight. The best way you can incorporate these into your diet is to put them in smoothies.
#3: Spinach
Spinach is awesome for bone health because it is rich in vitamin K. Spinach is also rich in vitamin A, which is a powerful antioxidant that helps fight free radicals in the body. Did you know 1 cup of spinach only has 7 calories? You really can’t go wrong with this veggie.
#4: Lentils
Lentils are the slim-down food. They are super high in protein and fiber, both of which help you feel full between meals. No more snacking because you won’t need to anymore. Fiber is also beneficial for a smooth-running digestive system. Lentils are also great for heart health!
#5: Lemons
We love lemons at Dherbs. We even have an article about why you need them in your life. Lemons are a great alkaline food, improve your pH balance, and help naturally detox your body. Plus, lemons are low in calories and rich in vitamin C, which keeps your skin looking healthy.
There are other foods that are great to eat when you’re losing weight. Try to avoid dairy, processed foods, and junk foods because these definitely don’t keep the weight off.
Vincent Stevens is the senior content writer at Dherbs. As a fitness and health and wellness enthusiast, he enjoys covering a variety of topics, including the latest health, fitness, beauty, and lifestyle trends. His goal is to inform people of different ways they can improve their overall health, which aligns with Dherbs’ core values. He received his bachelor’s degree in creative writing from the University of Redlands, graduating summa cum laude. He lives in Los Angeles, CA.
