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Focus on Power Foods

Power foods are a combination of low calories and high nutrients, or foods that keep you feeling satisfied. Quite simply, you can make your calories work for you. The more efficiently you eat, the more you can eat before reaching your calorie limit.

The great part about power foods is that you are likely eating some of them already! And if not, parts of your diet can be easily replaced by other power foods. Adding just a few more power foods can make a big difference in your calorie intake and appetite.

At the top of the Power Food list are foods that contain proteins, fibers and complex carbohydrates. These foods have tons of nutrients that give you long-lasting energy without a lot of calories, all while making you feel fuller faster. However, there are power foods in every food group and plenty of options to choose from.

Good Power Foods

Grains
whole wheat cereal
oatmeal
whole wheat bread, pita, bagel, pasta
brown rice
deli rye
pure bran muffins
cream of wheat
raisin bread

Fruits/Veggies
oranges
berries (especially blueberries)
cantaloupe
watermelon
apples
avocado

chili peppers
spinach
sweet potatoes
tomatoes

Dairy/Protein
low fat or skim milk
low fat yogurt

salmon
tuna
chicken
almonds
peanuts
walnuts and hazelnuts
beans
eggs