Emma Jackson 
Close your eyes and picture a world, a world where you eat delicious food, get essential nutrients and, instead of gaining weight, you actually burn off fats and lose weight significantly. Now open your eyes and look around. You are actually living in that world!
Research has shown that there are many food items that help us lose weight simply by consuming them. And if you are thinking of some bland, exotic food, you couldn’t be more wrong. These foods are readily available, affordable and above all delicious.
1. Assorted Nuts
When we mention nuts, we are talking about peanuts, walnuts, pistachios and above all, almonds. These are best consumed as snacks taken in between meals. They contain healthy fats that are used in the body rather than being deposited on your belly, thighs, arms or any other place you do not want fat.
They also make you feel full, which means you will not eat too much during the main meal. You can also consume the butter from such nuts for the same effect. If you are allergic to nuts, read on, there are still many delicious food you can take to help with weight loss.
2. Assorted Berries
Again, in this case we are talking of many different types of berries including blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, and blackberries among others. The reason why they are good for weight loss is that they contain a lot of fiber, and usually have less sugar than other fruits. You will also feel full when you eat them, making them a great choice for snacks and light meals.
3. Avocado
Who doesn’t love guacamole? Or better yet, who doesn’t love avocados with their creamy delicious goodness? If you do love them, carry on consuming them and if you haven’t yet tried them, start today. They also contain monounsaturated fats, which are the good kind of fats that are good for the heart. Incorporate avocados with your meals and you will feel fuller faster and stay full for longer.
4. Grapefruit
This is another magical fruit with fat burning superpowers. It contains bioactive compounds and phytochemicals which stimulate the body to produce adiponectin, a hormone that helps the body to breakdown fats. Like most other foods on this list, it also improves satiety making you feel full for longer. Take it as a snack or incorporated it into your salad.
5. Dark Chocolate
Well isn’t this great news! Who knew that one of your guilty pleasures could actually help you lose weight! Not only does chocolate help you to burn fats, it also stops or slows down inflammation.
For even better results, consume dark chocolate with fruits mostly in the form of a smoothie. Take dark chocolate with a cocoa content of over 70% and don’t be tempted to go for other types of chocolate.
6. Eggs
A lot of controversy has surrounded eggs, especially in regards to the subject of cholesterol. One thing that is not controversial about eggs however, is their potential as fat burning foods. They contain lots of choline, a nutrient that helps us to burn fats. Start off your day with a healthy serving of eggs and you will notice the difference. You can prepare them any way you prefer.
7. Fatty Fish
Please do not let that name misguide you. Fatty fish such as salmon, mackerel and tuna contain omega-3, which is a heart-healthy fatty acid. The omega-3 also helps in fat burning and reduces inflammation. When you eat such fish, you get quality protein while getting less calories which is great for weight loss.
8. Chicken and Turkey
I bet you are surprised that chicken and turkey, both delicious food can actually help you lose weight. But the fact is that they are. They are a healthier protein source compared to red meat, and they also contain less fat.
You will feel full for longer and thereby eat less at any sitting. The important thing is to prepare the chicken and turkey yourself, using healthy cooking methods while avoiding deep fried chicken.
9. Green Leafy vegetables
You will hardy read any article about healthy eating that does not mention dark leafy vegetables such as kale and spinach. This is because they are super foods with a lot of health benefits. They contain a lot of fiber and very few calories, which will help you lose weight. They also contain a compound called thylakoids, which helps reduce cravings while also helping to burn fats.
10. Assorted vegetables
There are so many other vegetables that can help you lose weight fast that they should probably have their own article. We are talking about sweet potatoes, chilled potatoes, cauliflower, artichokes, acorn squash and asparagus among many others. While each of these works in a different way, the bottom line is that they will help you lose weight fast.
11. Pulses
For those unfamiliar with the term, pulses is a blanket term for all types of beans, peas, chickpeas and lentils. These are a good source of protein but they also contain a lot of fiber. They will help you burn fats, build muscle, and keep you fuller for longer. All these factors combined will ensure that you lose weight faster.
12. Whole Grains
We cannot go through the entire article without talking about delicious sources of carbohydrates that help you lose weight. The best choices for these are brown rice, black rice, oats, quiona, bulgur and buckwheat among others.
You can consume these as whole grains or as part of baked products such as bread. They have a high satiety value and fiber which is essential for weight loss.
13. Super Oils
This category has two oils, olive oil and coconut oil. Studies have shown that these two oils can help you lose weight a great deal. They can be used in salads or other types of cooking except for frying. They help food taste better, while still being among the best foods for weight reduction.
14. Assorted Herbs and Spices
There are many herbs and spices that will not only make your food taste better, they will also help you lose weight fast. The most effective include; cayenne pepper, chili pepper, turmeric, garlic, and cinnamon among others. These will directly help you burn fat, while also suppressing your hunger.
15. Assorted Drinks
After eating all the above delicious food, you can also wash them down with other healthy drinks which will help you lose weight. These include; green tea, lemon water, apple cider vinegar, coffee and tea. These will help you burn fats, but avoid too much sugar with these drinks for best results.
