Eight great foods to aid weight loss

I often refer to some of the best available foods to aid weight loss but I make no apologies if some of the recommendations below are repeated in other postings, it is always helpful to be reminder of the foods that are best for our body.

• Whole Grains - Choose whole grains over that of processed grains. Oatmeal, breads, pastas, and brown rice will keep your blood sugar steadier and help make it easier for your body rid itself of fat. Also whole grains keep you feeling full for longer.
• Milk - Contains calcium another good metabolism booster. To get the maximum benefit from milk drink about a pint of semi skinned every day. Calcium also strengthens your bones.
• Lean Proteins – Choosing lean cuts of meat, as well as eggs and cheese will help you to replace your carbohydrate calories with the kinds of proteins that will help you lose weight. These foods help you to feel full longer and keep your blood sugar steady.
• Vegetables – Consume a good variety of vegetables and they will keep you full for longer and provide you with all the iron, vitamins and minerals you require and the best part is that they contain hardly any calories.
• Olive Oil – Just think of the Mediterranean way of eating because Olive oil is a great health food. It helps you lose weight because it’s one of the healthy fats and healthy fats keep your metabolism pumping. Research shows that olive oil is also beneficial for your heart.
• Nuts – Nuts are full of nutrition and they contain ‘healthy’ fats which can be beneficial for your heart and aid in keeping your metabolism functioning at a high level. One drawback is that they are high in calories, so just a handful a day will suffice. You should also be aware that the range of nuts available contain different health giving properties.
• Beans - Beans are a great food for promoting weight loss as they are full of complex carbohydrates. They make delicious meals and you will stay fuller for a longer period of time after a meal. They are also very nutritious and contain a high amount of iron.
• Fish – Not only is fish an excellent source of protein and has all the benefits of the other lean proteins but it makes such delicious food, you must eat fish at least once a week, I would even suggest three times. Fish contains omega 3 fatty acids which is a little better source of protein than others. These fatty acids keep the heart healthy.

These are not only excellent foods from a health and weight loss perspective but also are delicious tasting so experiment and enjoy.