Restricting calories and constantly dieting is not a good idea. It’s always best to eat whatever you want, but in moderation. However, we all have days when we’ve definitely eaten enough but still want to munch on something late at night. And you know, chocolate, candy, or chips are not a good idea. They will only make your skin flaky and very likely turn into unwanted pounds on your body. So, here are some foods that are very low in calories, so you can munch on them guilt-free and scale-free.
1. Cucumber
Cucumbers contain very few calories, so they will be a great snack at any time of the day. It’s basically crisp water. Refreshing, good for your skin, and if you don’t like drinking 8 glasses of water a day, you can load up on cucumbers instead.
2. Celery
The next time you’re craving buttered popcorn while watching a movie at home, we suggest you simply chop celery stalks into small pieces and crunch them. Because, frankly, popcorn is empty but high in calories, while celery is very low in calories and good for you.
3. Carrots
Carrots make a great snack, especially if you grab a bag of carrots instead of a bag of chips. They are filling, tasty and full of vitamins. You know how your mom used to tell you that carrots are good for your eyesight? Well, she wasn’t lying.
4. Cabbage
Cabbage is a great vegetable for filling a meal or salad. It has only 22 calories per 100 grams, and believe me, 100 grams may seem like a small amount, but kale is light, so you’ll be hard pressed to eat more.
5. Broccoli
Grow up, broccoli is really delicious and can be eaten cooked or raw. It is one of the most nutritious vegetables, and just 100 grams contains all the necessary vitamin C for the day. That’s right, many people think that citrus fruits have a monopoly on vitamin C, but that’s not true.
6. Apples
100 grams of apples contain only 52 calories and 3 grams of fiber, making them a very filling snack. They are a great alternative to candy, as they are sweet and juicy.
7. Rukaly
We all need to eat more greens. Arugula has a specific taste that you will either love or hate. But it’s great in salads and has almost zero calories, but contains protein, calcium, potassium and vitamin K.
8. Iceberg salad
If you don’t like the taste of arugula, you probably won’t mind iceberg lettuce. It’s crisp and refreshing. It’s great as a salad base or as a way to add crunch and freshness to a sandwich or burger.
9. Kale
This dark leafy green contains a surprising amount of vitamin K, twice the daily value of vitamin C, and is an excellent source of magnesium, iron, and vitamin B-6. It can be a little tougher to chew than most leafy greens, but massaging the leaves with lemon juice and olive oil and sprinkling them with a little salt will soften the kale and make a great dressing for your salad.
10. Mushrooms
Mushrooms tend to be low in calories, so they’re great for stuffing fries or even salads. You can also use them as a meat substitute. Because of their spongy texture, they absorb flavors easily, and you can season them and give them a meaty flavor.
