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It's often said breakfast is the most important meal of the day
That's because a good breakfast can fill you up adequately to fuel your brain and body throughout the day
However, the importance of a good lunch isn't stressed on so much
It's said that you must eat breakfast like a King and the same advice also applies to people who are trying to lose weight
Skipping breakfast is one of the worst things to do if you're trying to get fitter, but the same thing is also true for lunch.It's
relatively easier to skip breakfast than to skip lunch, so everyone ultimately does end up eating during noontime
However, if you're someone with weight loss as your goal, you need to also need to tailor your meals in a way that they are both nutritious
and boost energy, as well as are easy to digest and low in calories.Here are some foods you can include in your lunch, to lose weight:1
Whole Grains: Depending on your weight loss goal, you can include some amount of whole grains in your lunch
Be it in the form of chapatis, whole wheat sandwiches or any oats preparation, eating whole grains can ensure you stay full for longer
Whole grains also maintain blood sugar levels and provide you with adequate energy to sail through the second half of your day
You can avoid them, in case you have consumed your stipulated amount of whole grains in breakfast itself.2
Vegetables: Vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower and spinach are both nutritious and low in calories
Try and include more of these veggies for lunch
Make sure they are cooked though, as uncooked vegetables may be less nutritious
Have vegetables like tomatoes and cucumbers for salad
If you're opting for just a salad for lunch, make sure the dressing is free of fatty ingredients like mayonnaise.3
Lean Proteins: This is one nutrient your lunch must have
Lean proteins can be added to your afternoon meals in the form of chicken, tuna, turkey or beans, tofu and lentils in case of vegetarian
They help you stay satiated throughout the afternoon and give your evening workouts a boost of energy.4
Probiotics: Foods like curd and yogurt can be an important addition to your afternoon meals, as they help in easy digestion of the food
If you're someone who has frequent gastric troubles or suffer from digestive stress often, you must include a bowl of raita in your lunch
Probiotics ensure a healthy gut and a healthy gut is the key to a healthy weight loss.Eating well is a major part of weight loss and it's
crucial to plan your meals in a way that you meet your nutritional requirements, well within your stipulated calorie intake limit
It's always advisable to contact an expert nutritionist or dietician for meal plans for weight loss.
