Best meal prep recipes for weight loss: 59 photos
50 Meal Prep Recipes for Weight Loss | Under
FAQ
Yes, meal prep can help a person reach their weight loss goals. Preparing meals in advance means that they can ensure each meal is nutritious and can help them reach their goals — for example, they can ensure that prepared lunches contain enough protein and vegetables.
Here's an example of a meal prep and weight-loss-friendly shopping list:
- Fruits: blackberries, blueberries, bananas, apples, and grapefruits.
- Nonstarchy vegetables: spinach, peppers, onions, cauliflower, green beans, mushrooms, zucchini, lettuce.
- Starchy vegetables: sweet potatoes, potatoes, butternut squash.
Great Food Combos for Losing Weight
- Power Pairs. 1/15. ...
- Avocado and Dark Leafy Greens. 2/15. ...
- Chicken and Cayenne Pepper. 3/15. ...
- Oatmeal and Walnuts. 4/15. ...
- Eggs, Black Beans, and Peppers. 5/15. ...
- Bean and Vegetable Soup. 6/15. ...
- Steak and Broccoli. 7/15. ...
- Green Tea and Lemon. 8/15.
Research shows that both high-fiber and high-protein diets are effective at promoting fat loss ( 12 , 13 ). Whole foods, such as vegetables, fruits, eggs, fish and nuts, should make up the majority of any healthy diet.
Bottom line: skipping meals rarely results in weight loss for the long term and it can negatively impact your metabolism. So, consider waking a few minutes earlier to fit in a quick breakfast before your busy day gets away from you. Confused about what to eat, how much or when?