What foods are low in fat and sugar?

Looking to trim down those love handles but not ready to let go of tasty treats? Fear not, we’ve got you covered. To keep the flavor without growing sideways, here are some great options for foods that won’t blow up your waistline.

The protein-packed goods

First things first: when reducing sugar and fat intake at mealtime, it’s essential to prioritize foods high in protein content. Protein is present in our hair, skin and muscle tissue; therefore its inclusion in one’s diet helps repair and reinforce the body structure. Protein also can help us feel fuller during meals which help avoid snacking between them. Some low-fat/protein-rich options include:

  • Lean Beef Jerky: No more than an ounce of beef jerky has 9 grams of protein with scarcely any carbs or fat.
  • Seared Tuna: Seared tuna is rich in omega-3 fatty acids with hardly any added unhealthy fats.
  • Chicken Breast: Chicken breast contains only around two grams of fat per serving size while still being an excellent source of lean protein.

Yes You Have Veggies Option too!

Contrary to popular opinion vegetables can be made mouth-watering without any extra fats or sugars involved! Make greens exciting again with deeply flavorful roasted veggies or crispy stir-fried vegetables seasoned nicely over the stove-top.

  • Spinach & Kale Salad: This leafy green concoction tastes equally amazing whether served freshly tossed or perfectly parboiled paired alongside a cuppa hot tea.
  • Tamarind Broccoli: A little known vegetable powerhouse complete with Vitamins B6,C,K as well as plenty necessary minerals — magnesiumsodium potassium (and don’t forget calcium!). Boil bite-sized broccoli florets until tender then pair them with tamarind sauce for ultimate tastiness.

Ohh Desserts

Desserts are a lifeline for most of us. With plenty of fantastic low-sugar desserts on the market, you won’t ever have to wave farewell to your favorite post-meal pastime.

  • Frozen Yogurt Bars: These bars pack decent health benefits compared to ice cream, with 2 grams of fat or less in each regular-sized bar.
  • Chocolate Fudgesicle: In a tightly-knit -personal poll conducted at my house- amongst seven opinionated ten-year-olds this is the dessert treat that emerged victorious! Within freezing chocolate into Popsicles there’s hardly any sugar or fats left making it an excellent option.

The Non-Dairy Type

Reducing saturated and trans-fat intake is one route towards lowering blood cholesterol levels which then decrease chances of cardiovascular disease. Dairy provide useful healthy helpful nutrients such protein calcium Vitamin D & B12 but many foods lacking these options too!

  • Canned Coconut Milk: A tasty vegan milk substitute rich in potassium and iron as opposed to cow’s milk without harmful sugars whereas only having under 3 grams oleic acid!
  • Plant-Based Beverages: Many delicious dairy-free plant-based milks – from oat to soy — exist which contain zero/less added unhealthy fats/sugars while still delivering beneficial nutrients found in cow’s milk.

Conclusion

Whether cutting back restrictedly or completely banishing unhealthy high-calorie/high-fat fare from your daily routine, following healthier eating patterns may result in greater wellness optimism overall wellbeing self-esteem and energy improvements–not forgetting smaller jeans sizes over time too! So bid farewell those calorie-packed junk food habits; opt for meals filled with fruits, veggies lean proteins whole grains essential vitamins minerals promoting positive bodily functioning. Clearly creatively striving further develop personalise unique meal plans aids effective long-term lifestyle changes leading towards building stronger better selves both inside out!

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