At times,losing weightcan feel like a never-ending journey.
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Continue reading to learn more, and get ready to patch your shopping list.
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Watermelon
Who doesn’t love enjoying freshly sliced watermelon on a hot summer’s day?
The next time you head to the store, consider picking one up.
A large apple has around148 caloriesand five grams of fiber.
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Apples also contain polyphenols thought to prevent fat buildup in the abdomen (the less-healthy kind)."
One cup of air-popped popcorn has31 calories, one gram of protein, and one gram of fiber.
If you’re preparing popcorn at home, Anderson recommends using avocado or olive oil cooking spray.
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Choose lighter toppings like pickles, herbs, spices, balsamic glaze, or jalapenos to jazz things up.
“We can’t digest resistant starches in the small intestine, and they reach the large intestine intact.
This provides food for our good gut bacteria.”
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Anderson recommendsLundberg Family Farms Thin Stackers Brown Rice Lightly Salted Grain Cakes.
One cup of pomegranate seeds has only about120 caloriesand provides two grams of protein and six grams of fiber.
Tomatoes
Did you know that tomatoes are fruits?
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One medium-sized red tomato has22 calories, one gram of protein, and almost two grams of fiber.
“Cooked oats expand in volume andpromote feelings of fullness,” explains Anderson.
Pumpkin
Pumpkin isn’t just the main ingredient of your favorite fall treats and meals!
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This fruit is another low-calorie option that’s an excellent addition to your diet any time of the year.
“Be sure to choose unsalted/low-sodium canned chickpeas and rinse under cold water to omit any excess salt.
Enjoying them as a delicious snack can help curb hunger and promote more stabilized energy.”
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Grapefruit
One full pink grapefruit has74 caloriesand three grams of fiber.
This tasty citrus bite is an excellent addition to a nutritious breakfast.
“These veggies are loaded with powerful nutrients, fiber, and water that promote good health.”
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One cup of cooked spaghetti squash has76 caloriesand two grams of fiber.
Parsnips
“Parsnips are a root vegetable closely related to carrots and parsley,” explains Anderson.
Add them to a freshly tossed salad for an extra healthy, flavorful bite.
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One fruit has18 caloriesand two grams of fiber.
One bunch of spinach has78 calories, 10 grams of protein, and almost eight grams of fiber.
Zucchini Squash
Zucchini squash can be an incredibly tasty addition to your favorite sweet and savory dishes.
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it’s possible for you to also enjoy it on its own with some herbs and spices.
One large baby zucchini squash has onlyfour calories.
you could easily spiralize it into zucchini noodles as a healthy switch-up to classic noodles.
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Add it to soups or roast it for a scrumptiously sweet snack.
An entire acorn squash has just172 caloriesand provides three grams of protein and six grams of fiber.
She also recommends checking outThe Good Bean Crispy Favas, Sea Salton your next grocery run.
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Rather than salt, Anderson suggests seasoning your edamame with spices and herbs for a flavor-packed bite.
Bok Choy
Another way to step up your leafy greens game?
Consider bok choy, which is low in the calorie department but packs in the nutrients.
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In addition,researchshows that consuming this veggie could decrease fat accumulation.
Jalapeno
Davenport suggests spicing up your mealsquite literallywith jalapenos.
And there’s no time better than the present to fix that.
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Celery
Last but not least, celery most certainly deserves a spot on this list.
One cup of chopped celery has just14 caloriesand almost two grams of fiber.
Plus, most of it is water, which will help fill you up for not many calories!
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Celery is just one of those seamless snacks to always keep in the fridge for hot summer days.
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