• Beauty
  • Fashion
  • Life
  • Women
  • Beauty Awards
  • Weddings
  • Beauty
    • Beauty
    • Makeup
    • Skin
    • Hair
    • Body & Fragrances
    • Aesthetics & Services
    • Best Of Beauty
    • Reviews
  • Fashion
    • Fashion
    • Shopping
    • Trends & Tips
    • Style Files
    • Watches & Jewellery
  • Life
    • Life
    • Food
    • Entertainment
    • Wellness
    • Travel
    • Tech
    • Sex & Love
    • Stuff to do
  • Women
    • Women
    • Women Now
    • Career
    • Money
  • #HERWORLDHERSTORY
  • Weddings
    • Weddings
    • Gowns & Suits
    • Ideas & Advice
    • Real Weddings
    • Love Nest
    • Luxe
    • Home
  • Beauty Awards
  • SPA AWARDS
  • HAIR AWARDS
  • Woman of the year
  • Age Is Just A Number
  • Video
Subscribe!
  • Also available at:
Privacy Menu
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Advertising with Us
  • Conditions of Access
  • PDPA
  • Privacy Statement
SPH Media

MCI (P) 039/12/2022. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No. 202120748H. Copyright © 2023 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Beauty
  • Fashion
  • Life
  • Women
  • Beauty Awards
  • Weddings

Life

Satisfying low-calorie foods that will help you lose weight

W / Wellness

Satisfying low-calorie foods that will help you lose weight

You can ditch the diet and still lose weight

by Claudia Tan  /   August 13, 2020
Satisfying-Low-Calorie-Foods-Lose-Weight

Credit: Roman Samborskyi / 123rf.com

When you want to lose weight, the first thing that you do may be to eat lesser food. However, eat too little and you will end up feeling hungry, miserable and lethargic all the time. Although it is important to watch your calorie intake, you don’t need to starve yourself. Say good bye to those hunger pangs with these nine foods that are low in calories and will keep you feeling full. 

READ NEXT

5 tips to make your salads more delicious

Adding this to your food can help you lose weight

Is your desk job causing you to gain weight?

https://www.herworld.com/gallery/life/wellness/low-calorie-foods-lose-weight/
Satisfying low-calorie foods that will help you lose weight
Oatmeal
image

Made from dry oats, oatmeal is an incredibly filling food that has low calories, and is packed with fibre. Not only is it nutritious, it keeps you full for longer and curb overeating. Oatmeal can also boost your energy levels and prevent you from feeling sluggish as the day goes on. It’s easy to prepare and you can add a variety of toppings so that you can have a different meal each time.  You can add on a banana or a few berries for a sweeter taste, almond nuts for more fibre and proteins, or even eggs and mushrooms for a savoury meal.

 

yelenayemchuk / 123rf.com
Chicken breast
image

If you are craving for meat, chicken breast is your best option. It is a great food to eat when you are looking to lose weight. A lean meat which doesn’t contain a lot of fats, a plain cooked chicken breast weighing 172grams has around 284 calories, with 80% of the calories coming from protein and 20% from fats. Bake it in the oven or grill it with vegetables—you will be sure to enjoy the hearty and healthy meal!

oksix / 123rf.com
Watermelon
image

This juicy summer fruit is perfect for those with a sweet tooth. It can fulfil your sweet treat cravings minus the fat and cholesterol! Made up of more than 90 per cent water, it is sure to fill you up. It also contains fibre, which slows down digestion to keep you fuller for longer. If you are feeling peckish, have a couple of slices of watermelon to curb those mid-day cravings. It should last you till your next meal so you won’t end up overeating.

margouillat / 123rf.com
Soups
image

It’s a common misconception to think that soup cannot fill you up as well as a solid meal. But a study published in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that soup induces greater fullness compared to a solid meal. Soup that comes with meat and vegetables can serve as a nutritious and balanced meal. If you simply cannot give up your carbs, fret not, the soup might be able to help you cut down on it. Try having a smaller serving of rice or noodles when you have soup on the side and it should still fill you up.

Dusan Zidar / 123rf.com
Greek yoghurt
image

Packing more than twice the amount of protein than regular yogurt, it is filling enough to form the basis of a meal. Top it up with some fruits and granola and there you have it – a low-calorie and healthy meal or snack.

Iuliia Burlachenko / 123rf.com
Cruciferous veggies
image

Veggies like broccoli and cauliflower can be used to replace regular rice. Pro tip: You can use a food processor or a grater to make cauliflower rice. It will make giving up the much-loved carbs so much easier. This will effectively help you cut down on both carbs and calories. Serve with high-protein sides like chicken or fish and you will get a wholesome meal that is tasty and satisfying.

foodandmore / 123rf.com 
Hot tea
image

While this definitely cannot be a substitute for any meal, drinking tea after a meal or during meals can give you the feeling of being full without additional calories! Furthermore, teas like green tea have also been said to have detoxification and weight loss benefits. Time to add some teas to your daily diet.

Ivan Danik / 123rf.com
Apples
image

High in fibre and relatively low in sugar, apples are perfect when you need something to munch on. Eating an apple off its core requires more time so it will slow down your eating and help your snack last much longer than a bag of chips or even nuts. Make it your go-to snack or dessert. It is sure to keep you satisfied as you munch on the crunch.

Valentyn Volkov / 123rf.com
Zucchini
image

This is for all the pasta lovers out there. Using a food spiraliser or vegetable peeler, slice the zucchini into long noodle-like strips. Enjoy it raw or sauteed and serve it with your favourite pasta sauce. Rich in fibre, potassium and vitamins, zucchini can help you to efficiently cut down on the calories and quell your hunger pangs.

This article was originally published in Shape Singapore. 

Read Next

15 places in Singapore for delicious vegetarian food

11 nourishing and filling protein-packed bowls to try in and out of the CBD

Top 10 negative calorie foods that can boost weight loss

Nataliia Pyzhova / 123rf.com
  • TAGS:
  • best diet for healthy living
  • detox
  • food
  • fruits
  • healthy living
  • irritating skincare ingredients
  • low-calorie
  • natural drink
  • nutrition
  • nutritious
  • weight loss
SHARE THIS ON

T / Trending

Life

SingHealth professionals share their top health tips

Life

These bedding products will help you get better sleep, faster

Life

8 tips to lose belly fat from all that Christmas feasting

Life

13 gifts for your fitness-obsessed friend this holiday season

Life

How many calories are in your favourite CNY snacks?

Life

How to eat and avoid weight gain this festive season

Life

7 Instagram accounts to follow if you have anxiety

Life

From facials to fashion: Where to destress and get ready for the ...

Life

January blues are real. Here's how to deal with it

Life

2022 Career Review: Ask yourself these 10 questions for self-refl...

Life

Breaking down the viral '12-3-30' treadmill workout on TikTok

Life

Ask The Expert: How do I cope with my new-found social anxiety af...

Highlights
  • Food Elevate your CNY celebrations with premium steamboat brot...
  • Life Are your everyday work heels causing you distress?
  • Awards This salon promises to bleach your hair...without damagin...
Editor’s Picks
  • Skin Want to look young even after 40? Here's how these Asian ...
  • Wellness These bedding products will help you get better sleep, fa...
Newsletter Subscribe
Sign up for one of our free newsletters to receive the latest news, commentary and fashion features straight from Her World.

By signing up, you indicate that you have read and agreed with our Privacy Statement
Footer Menu
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Advertise With Us
  • PDPA
  • Conditions of Access
  • Privacy Statement
SPH Media

MCI (P) 039/12/2022. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No. 202120748H. Copyright © 2023 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.