Can I eat tofu during weight loss?
Disease description:
I am 23 years old and currently on a weight-loss diet. I would like to know whether I can eat tofu during the weight-loss period.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yu Yongchao
In general, you can eat tofu during weight loss. Tofu is a low-calorie, high-protein food that is very suitable for consumption while dieting.
Tofu contains relatively few calories and easily creates a feeling of fullness, which helps reduce the intake of other high-calorie foods, thus controlling total calorie intake to achieve weight loss. Tofu contains abundant plant-based protein, and protein is an essential component for building muscles and repairing tissues in the body. During weight loss, maintaining sufficient protein intake helps prevent muscle loss, while protein can also boost the metabolic rate, aiding in burning more calories.
Tofu also contains various minerals such as calcium, iron, magnesium, and B vitamins, all of which are beneficial to the body and help maintain normal metabolic functions. Tofu can be cooked in a variety of ways, including boiling, stewing, stir-frying, and roasting, allowing you to choose based on personal taste and preference. This satisfies your taste buds without significantly increasing calorie intake.
However, it should be consumed in moderation to avoid gastrointestinal discomfort caused by excessive intake. At the same time, combining a reasonable diet with moderate exercise is necessary to achieve better weight loss results. It is recommended to develop a scientific meal plan to ensure balanced nutrition while increasing physical activity, such as aerobic exercises like walking, jogging, or swimming, to accelerate fat burning and metabolism.
