5 Foods To Help Motivate Weight Loss
January 22, 2013
•Emily Murray
•Portland
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15 Foods To Help Motivate Weight Loss
Dieting and living a healthy lifestyle does not have to be synonymous with doom, gloom and worst of all, grumbling bellies. Plenty of foods that help to motivate weight loss are not only healthy, but very tasty. In fact, culinary schools specialize in tasty, yet healthy, culinary creations.
Apples
We've all heard than an apple a day will keep the doctor away, but it will keep those thunder thighs at bay as well. Studies show that eating an apple before a meal will cause you to eat fewer calories during lunch or dinner. Even better, apples contain antioxidants that prevent metabolic syndrome, a yucky thing that is sometimes the culprit of all of the extra fat that is stored in the mid-section. Apples are great if you want something sweet due to their natural sugars.
Kale
Although usually thought of as a simple and boring garnish, kale actually has lots of health benefits. One raw cup only has 34 calories and it contains over a gram of fiber. Kale is also high in iron and calcium. Since eating a lonely kale leaf can be a bit dull, try mixing it with black beans or sautéing it and serving with oranges to sweeten it up.
Goji Berries
Goji berries are a lesser known fruit that serves up a chewy texture and tart taste. Their 18 amino acids make for a great protein choice. Try eating Goji berries alone or mixing them with raisins and walnuts for a healthy trail mix. The berries are also delicious when served over frozen yogurt for dessert. These are becoming more and more popular with baking classes and culinary schools as a secret ingredient. Portland cooking schools in your area are likely already using these tasty fruits in their recipes.
Sardines
Stop wrinkling your nose. You're likely only assuming you won't like sardines, but even if you have already tasted them and know you don't like their taste, try them anyway. Just soak them in milk for an hour or so first. The milk will take away that fishy taste that gives sardines a bad name. They are high in protein and omega-3s, which help build your muscles. Substitute sardines for anchovies in recipes such as salads and on pizza. Sardines are low in mercury, allowing for a healthy alternative for pregnant women.
Parmesan Cheese
Yes, you read that right. No, your eyes do not deceive you. Not only is it entirely acceptable to eat Parmesan cheese when you are eating healthy, it is even encouraged. Be sure to choose the real thing and not a cheap imitation. Women who eat a serving of Parmesan cheese once a day have been known to keep weight off better over time. The best thing about Parmesan? It goes with virtually everything! If you attend one of the Portland cooking schools you will be shocked to see how many recipes it is included in! Eat it alone, sprinkle it over your salad, melt it on a sandwich or stuff a grilled chicken breast with it.
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