Dark Greens
Deep green leafy vegetables such as spinach, kale, broccoli, asparagus and collard greens are not only delicious; they’re packed with terrific vitamins and iron and are a great source of fiber. These low-calorie crunches are filling so you can eat as much as you like with very few calories.
Sweet Potatoes
Super-loaded with fiber, vitamins A, E and C; copper and essential B-vitamins, sweet potatoes also contains beta carotene, a cancer fighting carotenoid. A large baked sweet potato contains 162 calories, 0g fat and only 0.2g of carbohydrates!
Green Tea
The popularity of tea is rising sharply, and for good reason! Both Green and White teas contain EGCG, a strong antioxidant that may help prevent cancer, stabilize blood pressure and blood sugar, and even boost your metabolism to aid in weight loss. So sit back and relax and pour yourself a cup of peace of mind. Green tea is inexpensive , delicious and perfect for the budget dieter. Buy green tea now.
Blueberries
The news about the health benefits of blueberries is spreading fast! These amazing little berries are loaded with antioxidants, vitamin C and manganese. Blueberries also contain anthocyanins, amazing powerful antioxidants that give the berries their unique blue color while protecting your body from cancer, heart disease, cataracts and even glaucoma. One cup of blueberries contains 4.2g of fiber and only 79 calories!
Beans
The variety is almost endless when it comes to beans. Kidney, pinto, black, garbanzo, adzuki, they’re all rich in B-vitamins, copper, zinc, folate, potassium and protein. Studies have proven that this super-food can help fight heart disease, osteoporosis and even certain kinds of cancer because they contain so many health-boosting phytochemicals. Beans are very high in soluble fiber, which helps eliminate cholesterol, and are a good alternative to meat and other animal proteins. On average, a cup of beans has about 125-200 calories, 0g fat and 13g of fiber!
Five simple foods that can super charge your diet and help you live a healthy and delicious life!
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I never would have thought of beans as being ok on a wt loss diet!! I'd always been taught they were a big big no no ----I wonder why now?
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