What should I eat to achieve the best and fastest weight loss results?
Disease description:
I am quite overweight, and my doctor has advised me to lose weight for health reasons. I would like to ask, what should I eat to achieve the best and fastest weight loss results?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
The effectiveness of weight loss is closely related to diet. The following are some foods that can aid weight loss and their characteristics:
1. High-fiber foods: such as vegetables, whole grains, and legumes. These foods are rich in dietary fiber, which enhances satiety, reduces food intake, and helps control body weight. Fiber also promotes intestinal health and aids in the body's detoxification processes.
2. High-protein foods: such as lean meats, fish, eggs, and soy products. High-protein foods can increase the basal metabolic rate and help maintain muscle mass. Compared to carbohydrates and fats, more energy is consumed during the digestion of proteins.
3. Low-calorie foods: such as fruits and vegetables. Low-calorie foods not only help reduce total daily calorie intake but also provide abundant vitamins and minerals, which are beneficial to overall health.
Dietary adjustments should be combined with moderate exercise and healthy lifestyle habits. During the weight loss process, if there are significant changes in weight or health concerns, it is advisable to consult a doctor.
