Eating healthy doesn’t necessarily mean that you have to limit yourself to fruits and vegetables or deprive yourself of consuming your favorite chips and snacks. Well, yes, these are significantly right. Still, it would be better if you eat what you love, consume what will make you feel great and energetic, and get whatever improves your mood. Always remember, a healthy body is the best investment of all. When it comes to foods, everything is good and right but in moderation.
However, if you’re determined to achieve those six-pack abs and that beauty pageant body, you have to work for it. According to Healthline, the recommended calories per day for men is 2,100, for one to lose a pound in one week. At the same time, for women, it is 1,500 calories to obtain a similar result. Here are some of the best meals that would definitely help you lose weight without compromising the taste and experience. Hold on to your credit card as you might feel the need to use it after.
Fast Food, but Healthier
This doesn’t sound right since it’s fast food, but we got your back! When you’re in the mood for Quiznos, try their Flatbread Sammies but omit the dressing or cheese because calories are your biggest enemies here. If ever you passed by to McDonald’s, order their Southwest salad with scrumptious grilled chicken, of course, with no dairy. Taco Bell, on the other hand, has something to offer with their Fresco-style foods. These fast-food meals have less than 300 calories each, so if you had one for every meal of the day, you’d still have enough for a Subway’s subs, only if it has six grams of fat or less. Not only are they a good way to enjoy food without feeling guilty, but they’re also harmless to your credit score since they’re pretty affordable.
Protein-riched
According to the Institute of Medicine’s Food and Nutrition Board, you can consume protein-enriched foods free of guilt. Sounds great, right? However, you can only consume 10% to 35% “of your total calories from protein.” In case you’re on a 1,800 calorie diet, you can only consume 157 grams of protein. To put it into a clearer perspective, that is one cup of skim milk, 10 oz of meat or fish, a cup of low-fat yogurt, two eggs, a cup of cooked black beans, and two ounces of almonds. We don’t know about you, but buying these ingredients seems like a good use for your credit card.
Fruits
Undeniably, fruits are some of the healthiest options if you’re on a diet. If you just had the money from your cash loan or it’s payday, head over to your favorite grocery store and purchase any kind of fruit. It doesn’t matter if it’s fresh, dried, canned, or frozen. If peeling and chopping isn’t your thing and juice seems to be more convenient, make sure that it’s 100%, and sip it in small rounds.
Vegetables
Of course, if there are fruits, vegetables come next. Aside from allocating money for your electricity bill and clothes, maintain a supply of prewashed mixed greens, shredded broccoli slaw, shredded carrots, and steamed beets as well. Canned vegetables and Birdseye Steamfresh frozen veggies are also an option. However, whatever you eat, keep in mind that less sodium is better.
Whole Grains
Whole grains are some of the best sources of fiber, which aids constipation and manages one’s blood sugar level. Brown-ready rice from Uncle Ben’s and whole-grain pasta blends are some of the alternatives you should consider. They will surely help you with your body goals and help you avoid using your medical insurance.
Less-calorie snacks
Before spending some of the money loans for some dietary foods you like, make sure to check the label first before throwing it into your cart. They have to have not more than 100 calories. Cupcakes from Hostess and Quaker Mini Delights are a few of the best choices. Again, it’s just a snack. This will only lessen your hunger until it’s time for your regular meal.
Fat-Free and Low-Fat Dairy Products
These types of products contain the most calories. Something that we want to reduce as they make us all fat. However, there are a handful of goods that are worth trying. Light cheese from Laughing Cow contains 35 calories per wedge, nonfat yogurt paired with crunchy yogurt cereal has 50-80 calories for every 4 oz cup. Not bad, right? At least you were still able to enjoy some degree of dairy.
Beverages
Suppose you want to swipe your credit card for some refreshing beverages. In that case, Starbucks offers skinny latte or mocha, which only has 90 calories per 12 ounces. Wine spritzers and light beer also contain 100 calories for every 5 oz. We know that it’s hard to resist alcohol, but if you don’t want to spend additional time in the gym, stick to the classic ice-cold water.
Based on materials from WebMD
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