Superfoods For Weight Loss

Weight loss is something many people want to achieve, but aren’t really sure how to get 
started. If you want to lose weight, there are many different methods, from the types of 
workouts you should do to how much you need to eat. 

In terms of your nutrition, you need to understand that there isn’t a right way or wrong 
way to go. The most important thing to keep in mind is that you find something that 
works for you specifically. A good place to start with weight loss is looking for the 
healthiest foods possible. This is where superfoods come in.

What Are Superfoods?

The most basic explanation is that superfoods are foods that have a higher amount of 
nutrients than most other foods. These aren’t just healthy, but contain a large amount of 
vitamins and minerals, like vitamin C and D, antioxidants, amino acids, omega-3 fatty 
acids, zinc, protein, iron, and many others.

While all superfoods are good for you, some are better for weight loss and fat burning 
than others. Here is a list of the top 10 superfoods to try if you are interested in losing 
weight.

Spinach

There are a lot of vegetables that are great to add to your diet when you are trying to 
lose weight, but dark leafy greens are among the best ones. A good leafy green to start 
with is spinach, which is a superfood thanks to all the nutrients each serving has. Some 
of the top nutrients in spinach are potassium, fiber, and iron. 

With spinach, you are getting a food that is low in fat and calories, and super low in 
carbs, but high in fiber. This means you get low net carbs if you are on a low carb diet, 
plus the vegetable can be enjoyed on any low fat diet, and with vegetarian and vegan 
diets.

Adding spinach to your diet is super simple, and depends on the types of foods you 
enjoy the most. If you like making omelets for breakfast, add in some spinach to the 
eggs and it will cook down. If you make smoothies or juice, add some spinach and the 
taste is covered up by the fruits you add. You can also add it to other greens for any of 
the salads you enjoy.

Green Tea

Most superfoods are going to be fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and spices, but that 
doesn’t mean drinks can’t be included! One of the top beverages that is a superfood for 
weight loss is green tea. Green tea is extremely beneficial for weight loss, helping to 
boost your metabolism, and help you to burn more fat and calories. It is often 
recommended to drink before workouts or even during the workouts if you choose iced 
green tea to be refreshing.

Green tea has a lot of important antioxidants and amino acids that give you more 
energy and will help you feel full longer. This can reduce cravings, keep you from 
indulging when you are trying to cut back, and even burn more fat throughout the day. 
The recommended amount is 3-5 cups of green tea every day.

Make sure when you choose your green tea, you don’t get something that is processed 
or contains additives. Most green tea is caffeine free, but some varieties do have a 
small amount of caffeine. Pay close attention to the label when you are purchasing it.

Apples

There are also some yummy fruits on the list of superfoods for weight loss, starting with 
apples. The reason the phrase ‘an apple a day keeps the doctor a way’ is so common is 
because of how nutritious these fruits are. They are low in fat and calories, low in carbs, 
and have a lot of phytonutrients and antioxidants. You will have less illness overall just 
by eating an apple every day.

For weight loss, apples help by not adding too many fat grams or calories to your foods, 
and providing a sweetness to keep you away from sugar and other sweets. They can 
also help to speed up your metabolism, which helps you to burn more fat for the rest of 
the day. Try apple slices with some peanut butter or almond butter, or enjoy sliced 
apples on your salads. Cinnamon is another superfood, which tastes great on top of 
sliced apples.

Chia Seeds

As mentioned previously, not all of the foods on the superfoods list for weight loss are 
fruits or veggies. Seeds like chia seeds also have a place on the list. If you have ever 
had a smoothie or bowl of oatmeal with small black seeds on them, those were probably 
chia seeds. These seeds are completely edible and come from Mexico. They also 
contain a lot of nutrients.

Some of the top nutrients in chia seeds are omega-3 fatty acids, protein, fiber, calcium, 
and of course lots of antioxidants. The fiber in chia seeds are good for your heart health, 
while the fatty acids help you to get more energy and burn more fat. Chia seeds are 
great for weight loss in many ways.

There are tons of ways to add chia seeds to your diet. Smoothie lovers often add them 
to their smoothie mixes in the morning, though you can also add them to your protein 
shake for before or after your workouts. You can sneak them in oatmeal or cereal, top 
salads, or mix them into your soup.

Almonds

We are going to talk about two types of nuts for weight loss, including almonds and 
pistachios. First are almonds, which are a popular superfood that fits in with just about 
any diet. In fact, almonds fit in with all of these popular diets:

Vegetarian and vegan
Raw diets
Low fat or calorie
Low carb, Keto, and Atkins
Paleo
Whole foods

Just one serving of almonds contains 5 grams of fiber. This will give you more energy 
and help you to burn more fat and calories. Almonds also contain a good amount of 
manganese, magnesium, calcium, iron, phosphorous, and vitamin E. As you can see, 
they are very nutritious!

The simplest way to enjoy almonds is by eating a handful of them. About ¼ cup is 
usually a single serving. However, you can also eat almonds in many other ways, from 
enjoying almond butter with your fruit slices, or topping slivered almonds on top of 
soups or salads. Get creative when deciding how you want to eat them.

Pistachios

The other nut that is on the top 10 list of superfoods for weight loss is pistachios. These 
green nuts are not only insanely delicious, they are also packed full of essential vitamins 
and minerals. You just want to be careful with how many you eat per day since they can 
be a little high in fat and calories. However, they are a healthy fat, so as long as you 
watch portion sizes, they can work well for you even while losing weight. 

Like many other nuts, pistachios contain a lot of protein and fiber. In addition to these 
nutrients, they also have a good amount of zinc, vitamin E< potassium, and magnesium. 
You should have about an ounce serving, which is a handful of them. However, you 
should try to get a food scale so that you know exactly how many you are eating. Try 
putting each serving size in a different snack-size baggie to have better control over the 
amount you are eating.

Goji Berries

Another popular superfood is goji berries. Don’t be too surprised if they don’t sound 
familiar. They are more of a newer superfood, but quickly becoming more trendy in 
healthy crowds. Goji berries are very nutritious, containing a lot of antioxidants and 
other vitamins that you should have in your regular diet.

Goji berries are small, reddish-purple berries that are sweet and taste delicious with a 
lot of different foods and snacks. They are excellent for helping to control your appetite, 
which is going to help with weight loss by not causing you to indulge in other foods that 
aren’t great for you. They can also help to regulate your blood sugar levels, and 
because they are sweet, reduce your sugar cravings at the same time.

With goji berries, they are used in similar ways to pomegranate seeds. They can be 
added to juice or smoothies, mixed in with low-fat frozen yogurt or regular yogurt, or 
added to your salads. Salads with spinach or kale as the greens, sliced strawberries 
and goji berries, and a raspberry vinaigrette is perfect for warm days when you want a 
refreshing and healthy lunch.

Popcorn

Don’t worry – not all superfoods for weight loss are produce or seeds. You can also eat 
popcorn! This makes movie night with your family or friends a lot more enjoyable. You 
won’t feel like you are missing out when you can still enjoy some popcorn with everyone 
else. It is what you add to it that makes the big difference. 

The popcorn on its own is not what you need to be concerned about, but rather the 
seasonings and melted butter you choose to add. When you get into the cheese and 
caramel popcorn, it becomes even more unhealthy. Try to eat plain, air-popped 
popcorn, going for the kind you cook on the stove instead of in a bag in your microwave. 
Measure out the portion size and know exactly how much you are eating. A little sea 
salt is all you need to season it just right.

Legumes

The #9 superfood for weight loss to try to add to your diet is legumes. These are great 
because they fit in with any type of vegetarian or vegan diet, as well as low fat and low 
calorie diets. Some low carb diets (depending on how restricting they are) have room for 
legumes.

Legumes are nutritious with a lot of protein and fiber for you. If you don’t eat meat, these 
are a good source of protein and iron without having to worry about missing out from not 
eating meat. Legumes not only contain a lot of nutrients, but they have been found to 
help lower cholesterol and blood sugar levels, and protect you from heart disease. This 
is helpful for general health, but also if you have these conditions from being 
overweight.

Legumes help with weight loss by filling you up and keeping you from craving other 
foods. If your appetite is the main reason you struggle with weight loss, try to add more 
legumes to your meals. Legumes can be used as a main dish or side dish, so they are 
really easy to work with. Here are some legumes to try out:

* Navy beans
* Chickpeas
* Red kidney beans
* Peas
* Lentils
* Adzuki beans
* Cannellini beans
* Butter beans

Tomatoes

Last up on the list is tomatoes, which are versatile and essential for a well-balanced 
diet. Tomatoes have a high amount of antioxidants, which as you know help to protect 
you against illness and disease. Tomatoes also have a good amount of potassium, and 
various other nutrients. They also contain vitamins like vitamin C, which is found in 
many other fruits as well.

Tomatoes help with fat burning, filling you up, and providing an easy, low-fat snack. 
Tomatoes also happen to be low in carbs, so Paleo, Atkins, and Keto people can also 
add them to their dishes.

Eating more tomatoes regularly is very easy to do. They are one of the most versatile 
superfoods on this list.

Here are some different ways to add more tomatoes to your diet:
* Enjoy salsa with slices of veggies or baked tortilla chips
* Make homemade tomato sauce to go on whole wheat pasta
* Slice up tomatoes for your sandwiches or wraps
* Make a big salad for lunch or dinner with sliced tomatoes in it
* Add more nutrition to hot sandwiches like tuna melts and grilled cheese 
sandwiches with tomato slices

Losing weight is not an easy process, but it is something that you learn from along the 
way. In addition to adding these top superfoods, look for other foods that help to burn 
more fat and give you more energy. These are two very important components of losing 
weight, then keeping it off once you reach your goal.

