Can These Food Swaps Help With Obesity?
With obesity, it’s not uncommon to feel like your energy reserves are constantly running low. But you can put more pep in your step by choosing foods that provide steady energy from wholesome nutrients like protein and fiber.
“Managing obesity starts with building a lifestyle around real, nutrient-dense foods,” says Bonnie Newlin, RD, a dietitan in Denver. Whereas many highly processed foods can sap your energy, she says, a variety of better-for-you substitutions will boost your energy to more optimal levels.
Common Triggers and Smart Swaps: Here’s how to replace five common vitality-sapping foods with more energizing options.
Swap White Bread for Whole-Grain Bread: The refined grains in white bread are high in net carbs because of their lack of bran and germ, components that pack the most fiber, protein, vitamins, and minerals, says Sheri Gaw, RDN, CDCES, a dietitian in San Jose, California.
Excerpted from Everyday Health
