New Delhi: For many people, weight loss appears to be a difficult task as the winter months roll around and the mercury level goes down. But turns out, cold weather can help you burn more calories. And the results can be much better when you know the right strategy, which also includes eating a well-balanced diet.
With the right technique, weight loss is so much easier and you can get a flat stomach in no time. The good thing is that there are a number of fresh winter produce that can help you to drop the pounds effectively and keep them off.
What many don’t know is that the cold weather can actually stimulate your body’s fat burning process even without exercising. And when you have a healthy eating plan, there’s no reason you can’t appear from the winter season looking svelte and fit.
A well-planned diet, which includes tons of seasonal foods that are high in nutrients, can help you fend off winter weight gain. Including food items such as dry fruits, nuts, tulsi, ginger, leafy vegetables in your diet in winter will keep you fit and healthy.
Here are five delicious foods that will not only help burn fat and control cravings but will also improve your overall health:
Leafy greens
Leafy greens such as kale, spinach, collards, swiss chards, etc, are loaded with antioxidants and several healthful properties that make them perfect for a weight loss diet. They are low in both calories and carbohydrates but loaded with fibre, which aids in rapid weight loss by helping you feel fuller longer.
Chicken breast
Opt for lean meats such as skinless chicken breasts when trying to lose weight. They are high in protein and low in fat. Eating a diet rich in protein has been shown to boost satiety and reduce cravings, both of which factors contribute to weight loss
Oily fish
Oily fish like salmon, mackerel, trout, sardines, herring are loaded with high-quality protein and healthy fats - omega-3 fatty acids -which have been shown to help reduce inflammation and play a major role in obesity and metabolic disease. Several studies have suggested that fish could help with weight loss because it is low in calories but helps you feel full for many hours.
Beans and legumes
Beans and legumes are filled with essential nutrients, including protein, fibre, antioxidants, which boost satiety. Legumes, such as kidney, garbanzo, black, pinto and navy beans, are high in protein and fibre, making them a powerful weight loss superfood.
Cruciferous vegetables
Super nutritious and packed with cancer-fighting substances, cruciferous vegetables are high in fibre. They also contain good amounts of protein. Broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage and brussels sprouts make an ideal choice to include in your diet if you’re trying to shed pounds.
References:
http://www.timesnownews.com/
https://www.self.com
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com