A healthy body weight is generally considered to be an indicator of good health. Although it's not advisable to follow fad or crash diets to lose weight, as these might end up doing more damage than good, one must generally try to incorporate a little bit of physical activity and follow a balanced diet to maintain the body in good health.
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A healthy body may also translate in a healthy mind and diet is one of the most important factors that influence your weight.
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To achieve a healthy weight, it is recommended to add certain healthy nutrients to your diet and to kick out certain other unhealthy ones.
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Here are some of the reasons why fish can help you lose weight in a healthy way.
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High Quality Protein: Fish is a great source of lean protein. The amount of protein packed in a portion depends on which variety of fish you opt to consume. But overall, fish is a great way of loading up on high quality protein that helps you reach your weight loss goals. Protein helps you stay full for longer and compliments your workout, helping in quick repair of muscles.
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Maintains Healthy Metabolism: Fish is rich in iodine, which is responsible for the proper functioning of the hormone thyroid. The nutrient keeps the levels of thyroid up, helping the body's metabolism on an optimal level. This, in turn, helps the body burn calories normally.
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Healthy Fats: Contrary to common belief, fats can actually help you lose weight, given that you know what kind of fats to include in your diet. The kind that is found in fish are omega-3 fatty acids, which have heart protective benefits and are known to promote better weight management.
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Low In Calories: Being low in saturated fats, edible fish are low in calories and filling. Being a low-calorie satiating food, fish can help you stay in shape.
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