Eating your way to weightloss is what everyone wants to hear. Consuming the right foods can help amp up your calorie burn and help stop those nasty cravings. Here are some Superfoods to Achieve Weightloss

Superfoods to Achieve Weightloss

Kale- is very high in beta carotene, vitamin K, vitamin C, and rich in calcium. Kale is a source of two carotenoids, lutein and zeaxanthin. Kale, as with broccoli and other brassicas, contains sulforaphane (particularly when chopped or minced), a chemical with potent anti-cancer properties.

Boiling decreases the level of sulforaphane; however, steaming, microwaving, or stir frying does not result in significant loss. Along with other brassica vegetables, kale is also a source of indole-3-carbinol, a chemical which boosts DNA repair in cells and appears to block the growth of cancer cells. Kale has been found to contain a group of resins known as bile acid sequestrants, which have been shown to lower cholesterol and decrease absorption of dietary fat. Steaming significantly increases these bile acid binding properties.

Apples- a typical apple serving weighs 242 grams and contains 126 calories with significant dietary fiber and modest vitamin C content, with otherwise a generally low content of essential nutrients Apple peels contain various phytochemicals with unknown nutritional value, including quercetin, epicatechin, and procyanidin B2. Preliminary research is investigating whether nutrients and/or phytochemicals in apples may affect the risk of some types of cancer.

Oatmeal -Daily consumption of a bowl of oatmeal can lower blood cholesterol, because of its soluble fiber content. After it was reported that oats can help lower cholesterol reduce the risk of heart disease. Rolled oats have long been a staple of many athletes' diets, especially weight trainers, because of its high content of complex carbohydrates and water-soluble fiber that encourages slow digestion and stabilizes blood-glucose levels. Oatmeal porridge also contains more B vitamins and calories than other kinds of porridges

Lentils- with about 30% of their calories from protein, lentils have the third-highest level of protein, by weight, of any legume or nut, after soybeans and hemp. Proteins include the essential amino acids isoleucine and lysine. Lentils also contain dietary fiber, folate, vitamin B₁, and minerals.

Goji Berries- contain many nutrients and phytochemicals, including:

• 11 essential and 22 trace dietary minerals
• 18 amino acids
• 6 vitamins
• 8 polysaccharides and 6 monosaccharides
• 5 unsaturated fatty acids, including the essential fatty acids, linoleic acid and alpha-linolenic acid
• beta-sitosterol and other phytosterols
• 5 carotenoids, including beta-carotene, lutein, lycopene and cryptoxanthin, a xanthophyll
• numerous phenolic pigments (phenols) associated with antioxidant properties

Wild Salmon- is considered to be healthy due to the fish's high protein, high omega-3 fatty acids, and high vitamin D content.

Blueberries - They have a diverse range of micronutrients, with moderate levels of the essential dietary mineral manganese, vitamin C, vitamin K and dietary fiber. One serving provides a relatively low glycemic load score of 4 out of 100 per day. Blueberries contain anthocyanins, other pigments and various phytochemicals, which are under preliminary research for their potential role in reducing risks of diseases such as inflammation and cancer.Similar to red grape, blueberries may contain resveratrol

Almond Butter - Almond butter is high in monounsaturated fats, calcium, potassium, iron and manganese. It’s considered a good source of riboflavin, phosphorus, and copper,  and an excellent source of vitamin E, magnesium, and fiber. Almond butter also provides dietary protein.

Pomegranates - A 100-g serving of pomegranate seeds provide 12% of the Daily Value (DV) for vitamin C and 16% DV for vitamin K, and contains polyphenols, such as ellagitannins and flavonoids. Pomegranate seeds are excellent sources of dietary fiber which is entirely contained in the edible seeds. People who choose to discard the seeds forfeit nutritional benefits conveyed by the seed fiber and micronutrients.

Quinoa- Along with being a complete protein, The grain is a good source of dietary fiber and phosphorus and is high in magnesium and iron. It is a source of calcium, and thus is useful for vegans and those who are lactose intolerant. It is gluten-free and considered easy to digest

Avacado - On a weight basis, avocados have 35% more potassium (485 mg/100 g) than bananas (358 mg/100 g). They are rich in dietary fiber, folic acid, pantothenic acid, vitamin B6 and vitamin K, and are good dietary sources of other B vitamins, vitamin C and vitamin E

All of the above information has been gathered from: Wikipedia

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