who said you have to completely eliminate carbs from your diet to burn fat?! yes, sure, there are plenty of bad carbs out there, which also contain fats and are highly processed. but if you choose the right carb sources, you can still lose fat and say goodbye to bloating. here are my fave:
1 - Berries & Cherries
high in fiber, packed with antioxidants, and low in GI. especially cherries which come with a GI of just 22.
have them as a dessert with a sprinkle of stevia and lemon juice, enjoy them with your greek yogurt or blend them frozen in a super delicious berry ice cream.
2 - Sprouted Grain Bread
these flourless breads are a great way to include bread in your diet without all the issues associated with white breads and even 100% whole wheat breads. a 2-slice serving contains 8 grams of complete protein and 6 grams of fiber, so don't give up the bread, just choose the right kind!
3 - Quinoa
a gluten free grain that contains double the protein of brown rice along with greater fiber content and a lower glycemic load. did you know that quinoa is a complete protein that equals animal protein in aminoacid content?
enjoy it as an oatmeal substitute for breakfast, in salads or casseroles, or as a wholesome whole-grain, high protein side item to any lunch or dinner meal.
4 - Beans, Lentils, and other Legumes
packed with loads of fiber and protein, these guys come in so many different varieties that you'll never get bored: lentils, chickpeas, black eyed peas, black beans, red beans, kidney beans, navy beans, butter beans, lima beans, pinto beans...and the list goes on.
because of their fiber & protein content you can enjoy them at every meal.
legumes bloat you? no worries.. you can still enjoy them blended in a soup or as hummus along with crunchy veggies like celery, bell peppers, carrots etc.
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