Nine Extremely Nutrient Dense Yet Low-Calorie Foods

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Nine Extremely Nutrient Dense Yet Low-Calorie Foods

If you would like to lose a few kilos or start getting rid of your dad bod, you will need to get yourself into a calorie deficit. A straightforward way to get the ball rolling is to eat more low calorie, yet nutrient-dense foods. 

Here are 9 of my favourites that are packed full of nutrients and light on the calories. 

  1. Salmon. Salmon is full of healthy heart Omega-3s, B12 and Also Vitamin D. Calories per 100gr - 208. 

  2. Oysters. Oysters contain loads of B12, Zinc and Selenium. Calories per 100gr - 199. 

  3. Eggs. Eggs are full of protein, and Omega 3. One egg contains. Vitamin B12, Vitamin B2, Vitamin A, Vitamin B5, Selenium. As well as small amounts of calcium, zinc manganese, vitamin E, folate, potassium and iron. ⁠Calories per 100gr - 155. 

  4. Kale. Kale contains Vitamin A, Vitamin K, Vitamin C, Vitamin B, Manganese, Calcium, Copper, Potassium, Magnesium, Vitamin B1 (thiamin), vitamin B2 (riboflavin), vitamin B3 (niacin), iron and phosphorus. Calories per 100gr - 49. 

  5. Spinach. Spinach is high in folate, manganese, and vitamins A, C, and K1. Calories per 100gr - 23. 

  6. Mushrooms. Mushrooms contain numerous B vitamins and a fair amount of potassium and selenium. 100gr - 24. 

  7. Strawberries. Strawberries are loaded with fibre and antioxidants. They also give a large dose of vitamin C. Calories per 100gr - 33. 

  8. Kiwi Fruit. Kiwi's too are packed with fibre and Vitamin K1. One Kiwi also has your entire Vitamin C intake for the day. Calories per 100gr - 61. 

  9. Blueberries. Blueberries are full of antioxidants as well as Vitamins K1 and C. Calories per 100gr - 57. 

What are your favourite calorie-dense foods to eat?

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