Five More Superfoods for Weight Loss

A few weeks ago we told you . We hope you’re enjoying them and have found some great ways to add them to your regular diet.

This week and next, we’ll add some more to that list!

Steak: While we’re not swearing off a vegan, vegetarian or similar diet, we’re just letting you know that a little beef protein in your diet has shown to correlate with greater weight-loss. Why? Because protein helps you to retain muscle mass and speed up fat loss. (Of course, organic and grass-raised is better.) Grill or broil top round or sirloin for maximum nutrient retention and minimal added or unwanted calories. Mix it with grilled or raw vegetables in a fajita or slice it thinly over a salad.

Pomegranates: Loaded with fiber, folate and anti-oxidants, we’re focusing on the seeds! They’re a delicious low-calorie addition to your diet. Enjoy the seeds alone as a snack, throw them into your cereal or salads ~ especially delicious with a lemon-poppy seed dressing!

Chiles: Don’t shy away from a little spice in your dish…there are many different kinds of chiles for the mild-flavor-fans. These little guys contain a compound which makes for a great metabolism boost; resulting in your metabolism burning for an additional 20 minutes longer than usual after you’ve dropped the fork. The spice may also cause you to eat slower which gives the brain more time to realize you’re full – preventing overeating. Roast them in quinoa and a fresh marinara sauce, puree and add to pasta sauces, or simply add red pepper flakes to your favorite dish!

Yogurt: A trifector of carbohydrates, good fats and protein, plain greek (higher protein content) yogurt is a great snack or addition to a meal which helps to keep your blood-sugar steady, and hunger at bay for longer…resulting in greater weight loss achievements! If you don’t like plain yogurt, try a naturally sweetened variety. Make the switch! Use yogurt instead of mayonnaise in chicken and potato salad, or in lieu of sour cream on a baked potato with some natural lemon juice.

Quinoa: A fiber and protein-filled whole grain we should all be piling on our plate! Substitute in any dish where you would usually enjoy rice, or enjoy as a hot breakfast (cook 1/2 cup quinoa in 2/3 cup water and 1/3 cup orange juice for 15 minutes; top with 1 tbsp each of raisins and chopped walnuts) and stave hunger away for hours!

Next week we’ll give you tips for five more great superfoods to round out 20 new additions for your new diet.