There’s a range of totally relatable reasons why you might want tolose weight and keep it off.
This happens when you’re taking in more calories than you need.
However, eating fewer calories doesn’t necessarily require depriving yourself of less satiating food.
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To do just that, Margulies suggests cucumber slices.
Despite the delectable addition, you’ll still only be eating around 40 calories.
Unfortunately, they also contain quite a few calories.
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Stick to around 2 tbsp of hummus and the entire treat will only end up containing around 50 calories.
Who else is already adding this tempting trio to their next grocery list?
Apples may or may not keep the doctor away, but they can definitely keep the calories at bay.
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Of course, you don’t have to completely give up on enjoying a satisfying snack.
Granted, not everyone can digest regular pasta properly and it happens to contain a hefty amount of calories.
Fortunately, you’re able to do the same with Greek yogurt.
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Although that might make it an easy choice for dinner, it’s also full of calories.
That is, if you choose medium-grain white rice which contains 240 calories when cooked, according to Fields.
“Black rice contains fiber, phytochemicals like quercetin, and catechin, which have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
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At just 65 calories, it’s clearly the ideal option.
“Replace fried eggs with poached or boiled eggs for breakfast.
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Their glycemic index (GI) differs as well.
Sweet potato has alower GI of 63-65while the white ones fall at 82.
This means white potatoes can spike blood sugar much faster than the sweet kind.”
“It provides160 caloriesfor every 100-gram portion while mayonnaise supplies680 caloriesfor the same portion size.
It also has 42 mg of cholesterol.”
“Milk chocolate has higher sugar and lesser fiber than dark chocolate,” Gervacio explains.
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Having a variety of grains may provide more diversity to your gut microbiome.”
Swap out wheat pizza for cauliflower pizza
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Lee simply recommends swapping out one that has a typical crust with something a little different.
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If you go with a raw cauliflower crust, then it can have as little 27 calories.
Granted, that’s not the only aspect of oatmeal that can help lead to weight loss.
“Oatmeal is high in fiber and helps keep you full longer,” says Walker.
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Of course, a scoop or two will contain a heck of a lot of calories.
“Frozen yogurt bars are lower in fat and calories,” Walker points out.
Froyo also super tasty and oh-so-refreshing on a warm summer day!
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Instead, try hummus.
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