1. Lean protein

Protein is pure muscle fuel. The more you consume of it the greater your muscle building and fat burning capability. And as the act of building burns calories even in your sleep, you will be feeling lighter by the minute.

2. Whole grain carbs

When you want to lose weight, you want to eat the foods that are not only good for you, but that will also keep you fuller for longer. Whole grain carbs (pasta, couscous, bread and such) and brown rice, and baby potatoes are sustained energy release carbs – they keep you fuller  longer.

3. Fruit

Fruit is one of the best snacks - it is low calorie and high in fiber, keeping you fuller for longer. Keep some fruit nearby to snack on.

4. Vegetables

Vegetables should take a prominent place on your meal plate – half of your plate should be filled with vegetables. That way your calories are significantly reduced.

5. Beans and other pulses

Beans and other pulses like lentils are a great way to bulk up a meal – saving you calories and money.

6. Nuts

Nuts are a very healhty snack to munch on. But try to have no more than a handful per day.

7. Chillies

Adding chillies to your meals will make you eat less of the food because of the heat. And as chillies are a fat burning food, they will also help you  burn fat.

8. Fat free dairy products

Fat free dairy products contain a high amount of calcium – which are said to be a weight loss accelerator.

9. Oats

Starting your day with oats will ensure that you stay full the whole day.

10.Healthy fats

Unsaturated fats (the healthy fats) help keep us full and also help to lower cholesterol.

Exercise

Another way of losing weight is to eat less. Exercise helps one to do just that by increasing your appetite control. Make sure that you do cardio and weight training. When you train with weights you can either do free weight lifting with individual dumbbells or you can use the smarter choice – the adjustable dumbbell system, where you will only need the one pair of dumbells.

The above top ten foods that will help you lose weight should make up most of your meals. And the other unhealthy foods should be eliminated from your diet. That you you will be losing weight very soon. Just remember that in order to be more successful, you have to include regular exercise.