Fitness isn't just an option anymore; it's a way of life. There are more than a billion ways that lay claim to being the ultimate weight loss purveyors, but how many of those ways work over the long run, is anyone's guess. When it comes to losing weight, starvation and deprivation isn't the way to go, moderation is the key here. A well-informed nutritionist will advise you to eat everything in moderation. However, in case a health condition calls for cutting out on certain foods and/or ingredients, do so under your doctor's advice. The best way to keep you body healthy and fit, is to feed it right; and the beat way to feed it right is by eating foods that have negative calories. These foods do wonders for your overall health and fitness and what's more, they help you lose weight, too!
Black Beans
Packed with protein and fibre, beans are very low in calorie content. Additionally, these beans do not contain any amount of saturated fat at all; making black beans one of the healthiest foods you can feed your body. These beans have a low glycemic index, which means that your blood sugar doesn't rise after consumption. This bean has a higher amount of absorption-slowing protein and high soluble fibre.
Almonds
These wonder nuts are tasty and once eaten, they keep you full. Almonds lower bad cholesterol; provide healthy fats, which aid in weight loss; they lower the rise in insulin and blood sugar after your meals and of course; this is a heart-friendly nut. These nuts are best eaten in the morning. However, be careful about the number of almonds you eat. You can eat 8 almonds a day, no more. Go overboard and you negate the goodness of this nut.
These wonder nuts are tasty and once eaten, they keep you full. Almonds lower bad cholesterol; provide healthy fats, which aid in weight loss; they lower the rise in insulin and blood sugar after your meals and of course; this is a heart-friendly nut. These nuts are best eaten in the morning. However, be careful about the number of almonds you eat. You can eat 8 almonds a day, no more. Go overboard and you negate the goodness of this nut.
Green Vegetables
Spinach, broccoli, kale and romaine lettuce are fibre-rich and filled with essential vitamins and minerals. The calorie content in these greens is close to nothing and these veggies offer nothing but goodness and health to your body. Include these vegetables in your meal and you will see the difference in your body.
Oats
Oats is a wonder food when it comes to losing weight. They're a rich source of manganese, selenium, phosphorous and fibre, among other things. Eating oats lowers bad cholesterol, reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease, stabilises your blood sugar and keeps you full for longer periods of time, which prevents you from snacking.
Asparagus
These slim strips of green are packed with vitamins A, B, C, E and K, zinc and potassium among other things. Besides this, asparagus is known to contain a carbohydrate called inulin that aids your digestive system. Packed with antioxidants and essentials nutrients, asparagus feeds your body with all that it needs without adding any extra calories. After all, this vegetable has one of the lowest calorie counts to begin with.
Tomato
This beautiful, bright red vegetable is your friendly neighbourhood weight fighter. Filled with antioxidants, tomatoes reduce water retention and reverses leptin resistance. This has a direct impact on your appetite and metabolic rate. Add this vegetable in your salads, sandwiches with wheat bread, or just eat them as is; they only benefit you.
Cinnamon
The wonders of cinnamon can be written about for time immortal but no matter what we say or write will never be enough - this bark is THAT good. This spice regulates your blood sugar by stimulating insulin production. High blood sugar levels can lead to an increased storage of fat. But, include cinnamon in your diet and your body won't store the excess fat anymore.
By Nisha Samson
