TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Diet seems like the last alternative when someone dreams to have an ideal body, slim and good looking. This is because most of us still have difficulty in controlling our appetite.
As mentioned in an article published by TEMPO.CO some time ago, that their desire to chew something every three to four hours even tended to increase when you intend to do the diet.
Also it mentioned some foods that are safe for those who follow the diet program. Here five of them from a list of some healthy foods that can help you control your hunger.
1. Soup
The soup as a main course may not sound good but it certainly can reduce the number of main dishes that you will get. Having a vegetable soup or chicken at night as an appetizer lowers your appetite level and in turn, you tend to eat less.
Furthermore, if you want to have it as a full meal, then locate your soup with lots of vegetables such as carrots, nuts, or add chicken. Also, ask for a small bowl of rice, barley, noodles, or two pieces of brown bread with it.
2. Nuts
Nuts, especially almonds, can help reduce your appetite. Have a small bowl of almonds, pistachio, walnuts, cashew nuts, and others, as a snack. Your food interest will decrease.
But remember to not eat it when you are very hungry because in this case, you will end up eating it more than it needs, which again is not good for health.
3. Yogurt
The potential benefits of yogurt in losing weight are well known. But among other benefits, it appears that Greek yogurt can help control your appetite.
Greek yogurt contains a lot of protein and to add, you can mix it with sliced fruits to satisfy your stomach for a long time.
4. Water
The body of an adult requires at least two or three of the water level for proper body functioning and in removing toxins.
Although there is no complexity in the digestion of water, if you have enough water when you feel very hungry, then it can help control your appetite and give you a feeling of fullness.
5. Banana
If you feel hungry a few minutes after lunch, grab a banana to satisfy your stomach. Bananas contain resistant starch, healthy carbohydrates that limit the desire for food and help in increasing metabolism.
You can eat it directly, make a smoothie of it, or top it with yogurt or ice cream. This will make your stomach full for long periods of time.
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