It’s
ironic that many trendy diets severely restrict one of the most powerful
weight-loss aids of all: fiber. If you’re fighting a never-ending battle of the
bulge, consider this amazing fact: Simply by eating more whole grains, nuts,
fruits, and vegetables, (including root veggies with their skins), you could
lose a couple of pounds a month without cutting a single calorie. That’s
because fiber pulls off a trio of fabulous fat-fighting feats:
It tricks your tummy. Many calories in fiber-rich
foods can’t be digested, but they do fill you up. So you feel full with fewer
calories than you would normally eat.
It puts an end to hunger
pangs.
Water-soluble fiber absorbs water in your stomach and swells up to form a thick
gel. This, in turn, alerts your brain that you’re full. It also slows down the
flow of food out of your stomach, which keeps you satisfied longer and releases
a steady, prolonged supply of energy. So you can go about your business without
the constant need to nibble.
It empowers your slimming
hormones.
The fiber in fruits and vegetables raises the levels of GLP-1, a hormone in
your gastrointestinal tract that — like the tummy gel — slows down digestion, makes
you feel full longer, and helps you lose weight.
Note: Increase your fiber intake
gradually. Although a sudden surge of it won’t hurt you, it can trigger
uncomfortable gas and bloating.
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