Weight loss: Top five snacks to help you shape up revealed – which has fewest calories?

Weight loss is not always easy to achieve and slimmers may worry they will be left feeling hungry and unsatisfied. However, dieters do not have to go without a mid afternoon treat when getting into shape, experts revealed. These are the top five snacks to help weight loss.

“Protein is the most satiating macronutrient and is the hardest to store as body fat. You even burn calories digesting it.”

Instead of tucking into high carb treats, slimmers can pick from a list of healthy foods to keep them satisfied.

Top weight loss snacks

Fat-free yogurt with raspberries and nut butter – 210 calories

They said: “This nutrient-dense swap is not only voluminous – so you’ll feel fuller – it’s much higher in protein. It includes a great source of healthy fats and the berries bring added fibre. This is a great snack for curbing sweet cravings!”

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Dark chocolate – 121 calories

They said: “I get all my clients to immediately switch from sweets and bars of milk or white chocolate to high-quality dark chocolate, roughly 70to 85 percent.

“With good quality dark chocolate, a little goes a long way, so harder to overconsume, and it has a lot of healthy antioxidants.

“Dark chocolate is especially beneficial for my female clients when they are nearing their time of the month and cravings are through the roof – a little dark chocolate can squash those urges right away.”

Biltong – 74 calories

“Biltong brings all the convenience, but far less calories than its potato equivalent,” the experts revealed.

“This slow digesting protein will keep you fuller for longer and help stabilise blood sugar levels.”

Cherry tomatoes – 26 calories

“Cherry tomatoes are a great swap to get a sweet fix,” the trainers explained.

“Packed full of fibre but low in calories, they will help curb sweet cravings and give you that feeling of fullness. Great for desk-snackers or social events like cinema outings.”

Low calorie jelly – 4 calories

They said: “It’s so easy to pick up a yoghurt from the fridge for a low-calorie dessert, but remember that all those 100 calorie snacks here and there soon add up if you’re not paying attention.”

The experts also explained the importance of creating a calorie deficit when eating.

They said: “The amount of caloric deficit you create through diet and exercise determines how much weight you lose.

“Where nutrition is concerned, as a first priority, focus on cleaning up your diet and swapping out calorie-dense foods like junk foods and takeaways, for low-calorie, nutrient-dense options like green cruciferous vegetables and lean proteins.

“Keeping protein high also means you’re likely to burn body fat and retain lean tissue that’s going to keep you looking lean and toned.”

source: express.co.uk