5 Most Nutritious Foods to Lose Weight for Life

Posted by admin on Sep 16, 2009 in News Feed | Comments Off

Becoming healthy doesn’t have to be complicated. You can lose weight for life without resorting to regimented diet plans that are difficult to stick to. Substitute easily available healthy foods for high fat processed foods and you are on your way.

Here are 5 of the most nutritious foods that are easy to add every day and will promote permanent weight loss:

1. Romaine Lettuce

A salad every day is an easy way to load up on nutritious foods packed with heart-healthy fiber. Start with romaine lettuce for generous doses of vitamins A, K, and C and minerals like calcium and potassium.  Add a leaf of romaine lettuce to your sandwiches for satisfying, low calorie crunch.

2. Blueberries

Blueberries are often cited as the most nutritious fresh fruit. Even frozen blueberries added to smoothies or mixed in to your morning oatmeal will provide most of the health benefits of the fresh ones.

Blueberries are packed with anti-oxidants to prevent cancer, improve urinary tract health, aid in reducing belly fat, and can even help keep you mentally sharp.

3. Apples

Apples are widely available and come in a perfectly portable format for the ideal healthy snack.

Apples have been linked to a range of health benefits from improving bone density to lowering cholesterol to preventing Alzheimer’s. Check out this article on the 10 Health Benefits of Apples: www.healthdiaries.com/eatthis/10-health-benefits-of-apples.html.

4. Broccoli

According to the USDA’s nutrient database, ounce for ounce broccoli has more vitamin C than an orange and as much calcium as a glass of milk. One medium broccoli spear has three times more fiber than a slice of wheat bran bread. Broccoli is also one of the richest sources of vitamin A in the produce section.

Aim to eat broccoli a few times a week and you’ll benefit from its potent cancer-fighting anti-oxidants and other nutritious benefits. Here’s an easy vegan recipe for Creamed Lemony Broccoli: www.lose-weight-for-life.com/creamed-lemony-broccoli.html.

5. Carrots

Carrots are another portable healthy snack that will satisfy your cravings for something crunchy. We’ve all heard that carrots are good for eyes, but they’re also infused with nutrients that lower cholesterol and prevent cancer.

Keep a bag of organic carrots in your refrigerator. Serve them with hummus as the perfect appetizer or late afternoon snack. Use shredded carrots in sauces and salads for additional fiber.

To lose pounds for life aim for an abundance of fruits and vegetables. What are your favorite easily available nutritious foods?

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