If there is one veggie I swear by for weight loss, it's kale. It's an excellent superfood that surpasses the health benefits of other leafy greens such as spinach or lettuce. Not to say you shouldn't eat the others, but kale provides cancer fighting antioxidants, vitamin C, vitamin K folic acid, vitamin B6, iron, calcium, magnesium, and potassium. As you can see this cruciferous vegetable is a powerhouse that provides you with many dietary needs.
Most importantly if you're trying to lose weight, you want to make sure that you aren't missing out on any important nutrients. That's where kale comes in and not only is it going to keep you healthy but guess what? It's a natural weight-loss food!
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This veggie comes in a variety of types such as curly kale, Dino kale, and Russian kale. Even Jennifer Aniston raved about it as part of her 'stripper diet' while shooting the film Meet the Millers.
If you add a cup of kale to at least one meal a day you will get the benefits from it, and it will help you reach your goal weight faster. Check out the amazing ways kale can help you lose weight below!
1. I__t detoxes your body naturally:__ When your body gets the nutrients it needs, it naturally suppresses any bad cravings. Kale detoxes your body naturally because it is feeding your body the good things it should have, therefore it is a perfect weight loss aid.
2.It keeps you full: Due to its high fiber content, kale will keep you full and prevents bloating and constipation as it cleanses your system.
3. It's low in calories: One cup of kale is only 33 calories–but they're nutrient packed calories. As I mentioned before it has all those vitamins and minerals your body needs, so don't be afraid to eat up!
4. You can have it in just about anything: Kale is a versatile veggies and it can be thrown into smoothies, fresh juices, stir frys, salads, soups, pastas, omelets, baked items–you name it! If you aren't a fan of it in one dish, then you know there are many other options out there that you can try instead.
5. It boosts metabolism: The vitamin C found in kale helps keep your body hydrated and your metabolism revved up. Therefore your blood sugar levels will be balanced and will reduce those cravings you get.
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