With so many fad diets and low calorie meals in shiny packaging it’s easy to to forget that you don’t need any fancy gimmicks to lose weight. In fact, there are five natural foods that help you lose weight. They not only helped me lose 265 pounds, but eating them regularly also has kept the weight off!

Apple

An apple a day keeps the pounds away… because it helps to grow good bacteria in your gut. In turn, that wages war with the bad bacteria responsible for your dreaded sugar and junk food cravings! Green apples actually work the best, but any fresh apple will do.

Kale

Yes, kale is on almost every health food list. But kale makes the cut as one of five natural foods that help you lose weight because because it’s full of fiber. The fiber will help to keep your stomach feeling full for a longer period of time. In turn, you should cut down on unnecessary snacking and the fat and calories that come with it!

Spicy Peppers

Here comes the hot peppers! The same compound that makes sets your mouth on fire is also a big time metabolism booster! It’s called capsaicin and a clean variety of hot sauce works just as well!

Oatmeal

Oatmeal has been scientifically proven to help you lose weight and lower the risk of heart disease.

Beans

Beans, beans they’re good for your heart… and great your waistline. These things are a protein powerhouse! Protein curbs cravings and gives an energy boost to keep you active and burning calories.

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