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What you put in your mouth is 80 percent of your dieting success, according to health experts. And who doesn’t want to see results from all that exercising at the gym?
Eating the right foods and beverages is beneficial for not only losing weight but also disease prevention.
With the help of a local dietician, here’s The Examiner Top 10 best dieting foods and beverages.
10 Eggs (egg whites).
Eggs contain high protein, and protein does not convert to fat as readily as carbohydrates. Eggs are rich in vitamins B, A, E and K. They are versatile and cheap, too. Be sure to get eggs fortified in Omega-3 fatty acid. Remember that the egg’s yolk contains all the fat and cholesterol, so limit them.
9 Green tea.
Numerous studies have shown green tea to burn fat by increasing your metabolism. It contains an antioxidant that has been found to stimulate the metabolism and accelerate weight loss. This antioxidant, referred to as “EGCG” also stimulates the central nervous system that further reduces body fats and gives extra energy, possibly for better exercise performance.
8 Apples.
They are refreshing, juicy and packed with antioxidants, especially the darker skin apples. A common myth is to refrain from fruit because of the sugar content. But fruit has fructose, a natural sugar that does not convert to fat as artificial sugar does. Apples also have soluble fiber, good for weight loss, according to Hy-Vee dietitian Jamie Jarvis.
7. Tuna.
Mixed with the right seasonings, tuna is packed with protein and healthy fat. It’s also cheap. You always want to get a source of protein with a meal because it takes longer to digest and will keep you feeling fuller, longer, Jarvis said.
6. Almonds.
Of all the nuts, almonds are the most nutritional, according to bestdietfoods.net. The Web site advises eating a handful in the morning during breakfast. Almonds are high in unsaturated (healthy) fats that do not convert to fat as opposed to simple carbohydrates like table sugar. Walnuts are a great source, too, Jarvis said. “Keep the serving size to 1 ounce,” she said. Nuts are nutrient dense because of the fat content.
5 Water.
Seventy-five percent of your body’s muscles are water. It’s important to drink plenty of water throughout the day not only to feel full,thus, not have the feeling hunger, but also to properly hydrate the body.
4 Blueberries.
This fruit, although pricy right now because of winter, is a super food that fights disease. They are low in calories and can be added to other great dieting foods like oatmeal and yogurt.
What you put in your mouth is 80 percent of your dieting success, according to health experts. And who doesn’t want to see results from all that exercising at the gym?
Eating the right foods and beverages is beneficial for not only losing weight but also disease prevention.
With the help of a local dietician, here’s The Examiner Top 10 best dieting foods and beverages.
10 Eggs (egg whites).
Eggs contain high protein, and protein does not convert to fat as readily as carbohydrates. Eggs are rich in vitamins B, A, E and K. They are versatile and cheap, too. Be sure to get eggs fortified in Omega-3 fatty acid. Remember that the egg’s yolk contains all the fat and cholesterol, so limit them.
9 Green tea.
Numerous studies have shown green tea to burn fat by increasing your metabolism. It contains an antioxidant that has been found to stimulate the metabolism and accelerate weight loss. This antioxidant, referred to as “EGCG” also stimulates the central nervous system that further reduces body fats and gives extra energy, possibly for better exercise performance.
8 Apples.
They are refreshing, juicy and packed with antioxidants, especially the darker skin apples. A common myth is to refrain from fruit because of the sugar content. But fruit has fructose, a natural sugar that does not convert to fat as artificial sugar does. Apples also have soluble fiber, good for weight loss, according to Hy-Vee dietitian Jamie Jarvis.
7. Tuna.
Mixed with the right seasonings, tuna is packed with protein and healthy fat. It’s also cheap. You always want to get a source of protein with a meal because it takes longer to digest and will keep you feeling fuller, longer, Jarvis said.
6. Almonds.
Of all the nuts, almonds are the most nutritional, according to bestdietfoods.net. The Web site advises eating a handful in the morning during breakfast. Almonds are high in unsaturated (healthy) fats that do not convert to fat as opposed to simple carbohydrates like table sugar. Walnuts are a great source, too, Jarvis said. “Keep the serving size to 1 ounce,” she said. Nuts are nutrient dense because of the fat content.
5 Water.
Seventy-five percent of your body’s muscles are water. It’s important to drink plenty of water throughout the day not only to feel full,thus, not have the feeling hunger, but also to properly hydrate the body.
4 Blueberries.
This fruit, although pricy right now because of winter, is a super food that fights disease. They are low in calories and can be added to other great dieting foods like oatmeal and yogurt.
3 Broccoli.
If you only eat one vegetable, make it broccoli. It’s considered a wonder food because of its cancer-fighting agents and richness in calcium and vitamin C. And it doesn’t take much of it to make a serving.
2 Skinless, boneless chicken breasts.
Chicken is versatile and is high in muscle-building and weight loss substances called branch chain amino acids. It’s also signifigantly lower in saturated fat than red meat.
1 Oatmeal.
Along with No. 2, this food should be the staple for dieters. The more fiber you consume, the more weight you’ll lose, mainly because fiber keeps you feeling full. Oatmeal has loads of soluble and insoluble fiber that helps lower cholesteral, Jarvis said. Refrain from prepackaged oatmeal that’s high in sugar. Get the quick oats or old-fashioned oats. Jarvis recommends two to three servings of whole grains per day and oatmeal is an excellent choice.
