No, we are not saying that you should not relish your favorite foods. But, the important thing is that you must eat healthy anti-inflammatory foods that can keep you feeling full. You must not over indulge as it can cause weight gain too. Listed below are 4 anti-inflammatory foods to reduce your cravings and help manage weight.
Avocado
No wonder, this is a must to include in the list. Well, there is nothing like it. It is super tasty, nutritious, satisfying and anti-inflammatory in nature. The fats in avocado keep you full; thereby, reducing your appetite and provide healthy minerals to the body.
Avocados contain fiber and also have monounsaturated fats that give a feeling of fullness, improve digestion and boost nutrient absorption. A study, issued in Nutrition Journal, showed that people, who regularly consumed avocados had thinner waists as compared to those, who did not.
Well, what more could you ask for? If eating something that you already like can additionally help you reduce weight, then it is totally a win-win situation; isn’t so? You could add it to smoothies to get a creamy consistency, spread it on a toast or slice some pieces on eggs.
Seeds and Nuts
Walnuts, cashews, almonds, sunflower seeds and pecans are loaded with proteins, heart-friendly fats and fiber. Walnuts have high amounts of omega-3 fatty acids.
A recent study indicated that people, who regularly consume walnuts, experience less hunger and are able to control their impulse when exposed to mouth-watering foods. Also, people eating nuts weigh less than those, who do not eat them despite of the fact that more calories are consumed by them. Moreover, the chances of gaining weight by walnut consumers are low.
Nuts and seeds can be used to prepare sauces and to layer oatmeal and yogurt. These can be mixed with smoothies and added to salads as well.
Eggs
Eggs are our all-time favorite. Nothing is more satisfying than a runny, yolky egg. They are just perfect. One egg contains 7 gm of protein, minerals, vitamins and omega-3s, which is anti-inflammatory.
Eggs help regulate blood pressure and give us nutrients to keep us healthy and satiated. When you eat eggs, including yolks, you take a step towards your weight loss goals. You can have eggs alone or use it as an ingredient of your favorite dish.
Ginger
This food helps in the digestion and metabolism of excess fat tissues. Ginger works by reducing bloating of the stomach and curbs hunger. However, it should be used in moderation. Buy it fresh and chop it finely.
You can include it in your dinner or have it in the breakfast. It can be added to juices and smoothies too. You can enjoy mango smoothie and avocado with ginger and coconut milk. Make fresh carrot juice and add ginger to it.
You could even try a fruit salad with peaches and pineapples. Add blackberries, red grapes and Greek yogurt too and sprinkle ginger over it.
