
Red Peppers
The ingredient capsaicin is the "hot" in spicy foods such a chili. Capsaicin is found in red chilies and actually helps suppress appetite. It also has many other benefits and is believed to help increase concentration and is good for cardio vascular health.
High-Fiber Cereal
People who have diets high in fiber have healthier gastrointestinal systems and also have suppressed appetites. Fiber expands in your stomach and gives you the feeling of being full so you don't eat as much. Starting your day with a cereal that's high in fiber is an excellent way to curb morning snacks and cutting down on overall calorie intake.
Eggs
Eggs are known to help people feel fuller while eating less and is an excellent source of healthy protein. A study showed that obese women who ate two scrambled eggs for breakfast had a suppressed appetite for the following 36 hours vs. women who ate two bagels. It is believed that protein helps prevent blood sugar spikes which lead to food cravings and excessive eating.
Salad
One way to reduce your food intake at meals is begin with a healthy salad. The volume of a salad will help you feel full and less likely to eat more of other foods that may have a much higher caloric and fat content. In addition, a healthy salad combined with a low fat dressing will give you needed levels of vitamins C and E, folic acid, lycopene, and carotenoids which are known disease fighters.
Lean beef
Your body needs protein and lean beef is a great way to get it. The amino acid leucine is found in meat and fish as well as dairy products and helps your body lose weight while maintaining calorie burning muscle. Eating lean beef also helps reduce hunger pangs as it takes longer than many foods to digest and helps you maintain a feeling of fullness. It's what's for dinner-or should be, if you're trying to shed pounds.
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