Popthesefoodsonyourshoppinglisttohelpshedkilos!Rolled oats
Whole grains are a great source of quality
carbohydrates to fuel your busy day. With a
low glycemic index (GI), rolled oats help you
avoid a blood sugar rollercoaster that leads
to the dreaded 3pm slump — and subsequent
unplanned trips to the biscuit jar.Legumes
Evidence suggests that people who regularly
eat legumes are less likely to be overweight.
Brimming with muscle-building protein
and gut-loving fi bre, legumes such as beans,
chickpeas and lentils keep you feeling full
and satisfi ed for longer.Greek yoghurt
A high-protein choice to bust hunger pangs,
yoghurt is a great between-meals bite.
Choose a plain variety, and add sweetness
with fresh fruit and berries to minimise added
sugar and unnecessary kilojoules.Leafy greens
Filling half of your plate with non-starchy
vegisagreatweight-lossidea.Aswell
ascontainingkeyvitamins,mineralsand
antioxidants,vegiesarelowinkilojoules
andhighinhunger-bustingfibre.Nuts
A body of research shows nuts can help with
weight management. They are especially
rich in heart-healthy fats, fi bre and protein,
which all help to manage appetite. Enjoy
a 30g handful as a tasty, portable snack.Eggs
New research suggests a higher-protein
breakfast may help to regulate eating
later in the day, which could be central
to successful weight loss. With more than
10g protein per two eggs, they’re an ideal
high-protein breakfast ingredient.Water
Soft drinks, alcohol and sugary smoothies are
‘liquid kilojoules’ that can quickly add excess
energy to your diet — without you realising it!
So, make the switch to water — and save
stacks of unnecessary kilojoules.WHITTLE YOUR
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