“Free” Foods You Can Eat to Stay Full on Your Diet
Almost all foods contain calories, but some foods are so low that they shouldn’t be counted too much. They are often referred to as “free food”. If you’re on a diet and want a snack, here’s a list of those “free foods” you can eat in moderation without tracking.
First, a little nuance. There is nothing magical about the products below. They contain calories, and consuming too many of them will make their low-calorie nature non-trivial. If you eat them in moderation, they will satisfy your hunger .
Make sure you practice mindfulness to make sure they end up helping and not hurting your overall progress.
Fibrous vegetables:
- Broccoli
- Asparagus
- Cauliflower
- Fresh green beans
- Celery
- Spinach
- Cabbage
- Okra
- Cucumbers
- Cabbage
- Chinese cabbage
- Bean sprouts
- Alfalfa sprouts
Seasonings / ingredients for cooking:
- Mustard
- Pickles
- Savor
- Sour cabbage
- Chicken / beef broth (or broth)
- Soy sauce
- Salsa (UPDATED: I forgot this one as one of my favorites)
- Hot sauce (such as tabasco)
- sriracha
Other:
- Jelly without sugar
- Sugar Free Chewing Gum
- Sugar-free mints
- Seaweed sushi wrap
Beverages:
- Coffee (with a little skim milk)
- Tea
- Sugar-free drinks
Again, we’re not suggesting anything drastic like using these free products for cleansing . In addition, first and foremost, you should make sure that you are participating in a sensible and sustainable program. That being said, including these foods in your diet as healthy, “free” snacks will fill your belly when you feel like you’re eating, and save you the trouble of logging every calorie you eat. This is a great combination.