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16 Healthiest Foods to Kickstart Weight Loss, According to RDs (msn.com)

Slide 3 of 17: Oh, the avocado. It might be a rather trendy food, but it really is packed with tons of health benefits."Avocados are packed with monounsaturated fats and essential vitamins and minerals, which have been shown to reduce belly fat and turn off our hunger hormones," says Schapiro. "For a smaller waistline, pair your savory egg omelet with a few slices of avocado and get up to 4 grams of belly-filling fiber."
Slide 5 of 17: Lentils provide a quality source of plant-based protein and dietary fiber, so it's great for those who are looking to minimize meat-consumption."Greater consumption of fiber-rich foods has been associated with lower body mass index (BMI) and successful weight management," says Schapiro. For a plant-based and weight-friendly meal, enjoy a lentil soup for lunch or cook up a delicious curry for dinner.
Slide 6 of 17: Cucumbers contain up to 95% water, making them an excellent choice to add to your diet if you're aiming for weight loss."Toss cucumbers into your winter salad or snack on cup up slices for a hydrating, refreshing and lower-calorie option," says Schapiro. To keep its high nutrient and antioxidant content, eat your cucumbers unpeeled.Looking for more helpful tips? Sign up for our newsletter to get daily recipes and food news in your inbox!

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Best Diets That Can Make You Live Longer

Slide 1 of 7: As we look forward to 2021, many of us have started to think about New Year's resolutions. For those of us looking to lose weight over the next twelve months, a brand new diet can not only help us hit our weight loss goals, but also introduces us to new foods, raises our energy levels, and helps us live longer, more fulfilled lives. And yet, if you decide to embark on a brand new diet, figuring out which plan to follow can feel mind-boggling. Trying to sort between the best diets to live longer and the not-so-great fad diets only makes losing weight that much harder.So if you feel overwhelmed by the world of dieting and have no idea of where to start, have no fear! To help streamline your weight loss process and guarantee a long and healthy life, we talked to a wide range of registered dietitians, nutritionists, and medical doctors to assemble the top six diets that help you live longer. By eating healthy and exercising regularly, you can stay one step ahead of weight gain and keep moving for decades to come.Read on to learn which six diets can help you live longer, and for even more healthy tips, be sure to check out our list of The 7 Healthiest Foods to Eat Right Now.Read the original article on Eat This, Not That!
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Slide 2 of 7: "The Mediterranean diet has consistently been ranked by US News & World Report as the world's best overall diet," says Lexi Endicott, RD, LD, and culinary nutrition specialist for To Taste. "Rather than a diet in the traditional sense in which you go on it to eventually go off it, the Mediterranean Diet is a simple and sustainable eating pattern that can be followed for life. This eating pattern emphasizes consuming a variety of plant foods—a plant-forward diet, so to speak."If you feel ready to take the plunge, the nutritional benefits of this eating plan can keep you healthy for years."These healthful foods [and] ingredients are rich in vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals (i.e. antioxidants) that decrease risk of developing many chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and Alzheimer's," says Endicott. "The more disease-free years someone can add to their life, the better!"If you want to really super boost your chances for longevity, check out our list of 20 Foods You Should Be Eating Every Day for a Longer Life.
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