Vegetables
Vegetables have a lot of volume but are low in calories. They’re also high in nutrients as well as plant components, making them an important part of a balanced diet. They’re also high in fiber and water, both of which contribute to a feeling of fullness.
What Studies Say About Vegetables
Salads have been shown to help curb hunger, especially when devoured before a meal. According to one study, people who ate a salad before a meal consumed 7–12% fewer calories during the meal. According to another study, eating a salad at the beginning of a meal increased vegetable intake by 23% more than eating it with the main course. Avoid high-calorie salad components and dressings to keep your salad low in calories.