Superfoods for better health and weight loss
People planning to lose weight in 2013 will no doubt be aware that a balanced diet is essential to being healthy. There are many superfoods out there that can help you with your efforts, so without further ado, here are some of those very superfoods you should most definitely consider integrating into your diet.
Raw cacao
Unprocessed chocolate beans are perhaps one of the best superfoods for those looking to lose weight. Raw cacao is a strong appetite suppressant and works particularly well for those who struggle to make it through the day without snacking.
Raw cacao is also packed full of antioxidants, containing 20 times more antioxidants than dark chocolate and 15 times more than red wine and green tea. Aside from that, it has a high concentration of iron and magnesium, making it a great nutritional supplement.
Black beans
Many meat-based protein sources are high in saturated fats. Black beans, on the other hand, have no saturated fats but are extremely high in protein, making them a perfect alternative for those wanting to cut down fat levels in their diet.
Avocados
It is widely trumpeted that avocados are high in fat, but while this may be true, these fats are beneficial to your diet. Avocados contain oleic acid, which is essential in reducing cholesterol. They are an extremely versatile ingredient and work brilliantly in salads or as a cream replacement for vegans.
Brown rice
White rice is nutritionally defunct when compared to brown rice. Brown rice is extremely filling and is high in resistant starch which is good for boosting metabolism and burning fat, making it a great alternative for those looking to lose weight.
Spinach
Spinach is a great vegetable for those wanting to lose weight as it contains almost no calories. Packed with nutrients and fibre, its ideal served fresh or steamed, in salads or soups.
Chia seeds
Chia seeds are the latest trendy superfood because they are high in protein, fibre and omega 3. Unlike every food here, they are extremely easy to consume because they are tasteless. By adding them to meals or smoothies, you can increase the nutritional value of your food without sacrificing on flavour.
Coconut oil
Coconut oil is widely used in countries such as Sri Lanka – in both food and beauty products. It’s also the best oil to use when trying to lose weight as it contains short and medium chain fatty acids which are easy to break down and help boost your metabolism.
If you increase the intake of these superfoods and exercise regularly you should be well on the way to losing weight in 2013. If you want to aid your weight loss efforts, you should consider a supplement such as a fat Binder from the likes of XLS Medical. This medical supplement can help you lose 3 times more weight when combined with exercise and a healthy diet.
