Salads are a great option to boost weight loss as they are rich in vitamins and minerals that are low in calories. Here are some foods you can add to your salad to promote weight loss.
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Leafy green vegetables
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Wash and chop some leafy green vegetables and boil them to remove harmful bacteria. Leafy greens such as lettuce, arugula, kale and spinach make excellent salad ingredients as they are rich in fiber and minerals that increase satiety and boost weight loss.
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Whole grains
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Cooked whole grains such as quinoa, brown rice, and oats are low-carb foods, perfect for salad. They are rich in fiber and protein that increase metabolism, reduce appetite and support weight loss.
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Nuts and seeds
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Nuts and seeds such as pistachios, walnuts, chia seeds and flax seeds are good for your salad as they are rich in omega-3 fatty acids and protein. They help energise you and aid weight loss.
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Beans and legumes
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Beans and legumes such as cooked lentils, chickpeas and kidney beans are full of protein and fiber. You can add them to your salad to promote weight loss.
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Fresh fruits
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Fresh fruits such as berries, apples, bananas and oranges are perfect for your salad as they are rich in vitamins and minerals that support weight loss and provide energy.
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Lean proteins
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You can add lean proteins to your salad, such as cooked chicken breast, fish or cottage cheese cubes as they increase metabolism and satiety and aid weight loss.