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15 Foods You Can Eat and Not Gain Weight

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Melon and Watermelon

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Containing about 60 – 70 calories per slice, you can indulge in eating melons and watermelons all day without worrying about picking up weight. These fruits, in particular, also help to excrete excess liquid from your body while making you feel full to prevent overeating.

Berries

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Strawberries, cranberries, raspberries, mulberries, and blueberries are superfoods packed with nutrients and antioxidants and are very low in calories. They are the perfect snack to stave off hunger as long as you avoid adding custard cream, which will negate their healthy advantage.

Vegetables

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Greens and cruciferous vegetables are very low in calories and high in nutrition, water, and fiber so you can have a buffet of veg without fretting about your waistline. Just remember not to dressings and cheese or any additives that are fattening.

Algae

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Another superfood with super low in calories is Algae so you can eat substantial amounts without putting on weight. It’s also very high in nutrients and one of the best sources of iodine that maintains healthy thyroid function and keeps your hormones balanced.

Fish

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Fish scores very high on the satiety index compared to other protein-rich foods, such as chicken and beef. Steamed white fish ranks higher than oatmeal and vegetables when it comes to the satiety index due to its high protein content and affects serotonin levels which is a key hormone for appetite signals.

Popcorn

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If you keep it plain and unsalted, popcorn is the perfect snack to fill you up without adding calories. Surprisingly, popcorn also contains traces of minerals and vitamins such as folate, vitamin A, and vitamin B-6, and three cups of popcorn have over 3g of fiber.

Boiled Potatoes

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Most people think they should avoid potatoes when trying to lose weight because of their high carbohydrate content. However, boiled potatoes contain a resistant starch. This type of starch has significantly fewer calories than regular starch. Another interesting fact is by cooling potatoes after they cooked increases the resistant starch content.

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