Glamsquad Magazine Jan 2023

FOOD
10
Healthy Foods
That Help You
Burn Fat
Chef Amaka Obiefuna
Weight is not the end all
be all, and many other
factors are equally if
not more important, when it
comes to overall health.
But if you’re trying to manage
your weight and lose weight
safely, certain low-calorie but
nutrient-dense foods can help.
Heavily processed foods that
are high in excess calories
and saturated fat can make
it difficult to maintain steady
weight loss, but some of the
best foods to help you lose
weight are foods high in fiber,
protein, and water.
Chickpeas
This legume is a vegan powerhouse filled
with fiber and plant-based protein, which can
assist in your weight loss efforts. Our nutrition
pros love that chickpeas are also packed with
folate, iron, immune-boosting antioxidants, and
bloat-busting minerals. In addition, they’re a
rich source of complex carbohydrates, which
can help provide sustained energy throughout
your day.
Pumpkin
With more fiber than quinoa and
potassium than a banana, pumpkin puree
is an antioxidant-rich choice that’s naturally
low in calories. One cup has only about 80
calories and contains vitamins and minerals.
Pumpkin gets its bright orange color from betacarotene,
a carotenoid the body uses to make
vitamin A.
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