What Are the Best High-Volume Foods for Weight Loss?
What if you could eat more food and still lose weight? That’s the concept of a “volumetrics” diet, which focuses on consuming higher quantities of very low-calorie, nutrient-dense foods. When you choose items with fewer calories, you’re able to eat more without overshooting your daily intake goals.
“High-volume, low-calorie foods are a great choice for weight loss because we eat with our eyes first, and large portion sizes often signal satisfaction,” says Alexandria Hardy, RDN, LDN. “These foods tend to be high in water content and fiber, which can increase satiety without adding excessive calories.” It’s no wonder, then, that a volumetrics-based eating plan comes in at No. 3 on U.S. News and World Report’s 2025 ranking of best weight-loss diets.
If you’re looking to fill up on foods you can enjoy in higher quantities and still reach your weight-loss goals, check out this list of seven dietitian-approved picks.
Excerpted from Eating Well
