February 26, 2008

Weight Loss And Healthy Eating

Experts say there are two basic categories of foods that can be considered “keeping it off foods” because they fill your tummy without piling on the calories. They are fruits and vegetables.
The nutrient that gives fruits and vegetables that 0staying power?0 Fiber. So, if fruits and vegetables are the “keeping-it-off food groups,” fiber may well be the “keeping-it-off super-nutrient.”
Protein is another super-nutrient. It’s becoming more scientifically accepted that protein may help to curb appetite. Protein also offers staying power, and can slightly boost your metabolism in the process. But it0s imperative that you choose your proteins wisely, because like all other foods, if you0re eating more than your body needs, it0ll show up on the scale as a gain, instead of a loss.
The following foods are smart, low-calorie choices that will benefit your weight loss efforts:
Green Tea - Researchers suspect that the catechins (helpful phytochemicals) in green tea may trigger weight loss by stimulating the body to burn calories and mildly decrease body fat. So indulge in either a hot cup or a nice tall iced glass of green tea.

Broth- or tomato-based soup 0 Soups can help reduce hunger before meals and increase your feeling of fullness.
Low-calorie green salads - […]

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