by Stefan Vincent

It might sound strange but one of the best places to lose weight and get in shape is right at your local grocery store. That’s right. Buy the best diet foods and put them in your menu throughout the week and you’re on your way to a lean, healthy body. This list can help:

1. Almonds; This all purpose nut is a great addition to anyone’s diet. It offers many health benefits such as Vitamin E, high in monounsaturated fat which can help lower your LDL cholesterol levels, it’s gluten free so it can be used in baking by anyone who is sensitive to gluten. Many people have also found that it helps with their complexion as well as help your digestive track and even the prevention of certain types of cancers.

2. Oatmeal; The complex carbohydrates and fiber in oatmeal has been proven to lower your cholesterol according to the FDA, which even allows a label on the box that says oatmeal can help reduce your risk of heart disease when eaten as part of a low fat diet. Oatmeal also contains high levels of vitamin B.

3. Low-Fat and Fat-Free Dairy Products; Cheese, milk, sour cream, yogurt, and cream cheese are available in low fat varieties which offer both healthy nutrients and great taste. Research also shown that it help lower LDL cholesterol level, reduce risk of hypertension, prevent childhood obesity, protect against gout, promote healthy thyroid function, prevent bone loss that occurs as a result of menopause or rheumatoid arthritis, and prevent migraine headaches.

4. Lean Meat; Lean meat is defined by the USDA as: a three oz portion that has less than 10 grams total fat, 4.5 grams of saturated fat, and 95 milligrams cholesterol. Lean meat is a great source of protein and B vitamins. Look for skinless chicken breast, turkey, and beef cuts that have the names “loin” or “round” in them. Also pork products with “loin” or “leg” in the name. Cook your lean meat by baking, grilling, broiling or roasting.

5. Egg; Egg is another easy to obtain good source of protein, it has the same protein as piece of beef or chicken and also contain vitamin A, vitamin D, vitamin E, riboflavin, folic acid, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, iron, calcium, phosphorus and potassium. All of the egg’s vitamin A, D and E is in the egg yolk, so forget the myth about eating only the egg white; it will only cut your benefits from egg. It’s recommended to buy egg from Vegetarian Fed Free Roaming Hens because they are fed with higher nutrient and not under stress when lay eggs.

6. Fruits; I don’t know about you, but I have a terrible sweet tooth. It’s tough when I’m trying to lose weight. But if I have a piece of fruit it helps a lot. There is also a huge nutritional benefit from eating fruit. Fruits are generally high in fiber and vitamin C. Stay away from fruit juices because they are loaded with sugar. If you aren’t that big into eating fruit make a smoothie. A friend of mine lost 35 lbs by eating fruit smoothies twice a day. Just use low fat or fat free milk, yogurt and your favorite fruit, you can even mix a couple different fruits. Tastes great, fills you up, provides a lot of nutrition and helps you lose weight. What could be better?

7. Olive Oil; Olive Oil is used for primarily for cooking while extra virgin Olive Oil is used more for salad dressings and cold food. Olive oil has a high amount of monounsaturated fat which is proven to help lower your risk of heart disease. Olive oil has been shown to also have anti-inflammatory properties and also help with high blood pressure.

8. Vinegar; This acidic liquid which comes from the fermentation of ethanol comes in several forms such as: malt, wine, apples, rice and coconut. Studies have shown that adding vinegar to your meals will help you feel full sooner so that you don’t eat as much. Replace mayonnaise, butter or oil in recipes with vinegar.

9. Ginger Ale; This carbonated soft drink, with the flavor of ginger, is full of lactose and probiotics like you would get in yogurt which can help keep you regular. Many swear that it can help relieve motion sickness, upset stomachs, and soothe sore throats.

10. Sprouted Grain Breads; Letting the grains soak until they sprout allows the enzymes in the grain to convert some carbohydrates and fats into vitamins, amino acids, and minerals. Because of this sprouted grain breads have higher levels of these vitamins and minerals than ordinary bread. Since it isn’t as refined as other breads, including stone ground wheat bread, it doesn’t have as big of an impact on blood sugar levels.

By implementing some of these diet foods into your menu on daily basis and following a smart diet plan you can have a lean, healthy body in no time at all.

About the Author:
Diets That Work managed by Stefan Vincent provide guide on how to pick your diet program with the right considerations; apply that knowledge on a list of selected weight loss program and boost it with the best diet foods for the best result.

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