Keeping calories low but being full?

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ashleyjones6
ashleyjones6 Posts: 2
in Health and Weight Loss
I was just wondering what kinds of food you guys have found that is low in calories but still fills you up and does not leave you wanting more. I have found that if I eat a Clif Bar for breakfast it keeps more satisfied til lunch, but thats all I have found, and I cant just eat Clif Bars all day.

Thanks.
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  • dls06
    dls06 Posts: 6,774 Member
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    If you eat more protein with your meals it will keep you full longer.
    Beef
    •Hamburger patty, 4 oz – 28 grams protein
    •Steak, 6 oz – 42 grams
    •Most cuts of beef – 7 grams of protein per ounce
    Chicken
    •Chicken breast, 3.5 oz - 30 grams protein
    •Chicken thigh – 10 grams (for average size)
    •Drumstick – 11 grams
    •Wing – 6 grams
    •Chicken meat, cooked, 4 oz – 35 grams
    Fish
    •Most fish fillets or steaks are about 22 grams of protein for 3 ½ oz (100 grams) of cooked fish, or 6 grams per ounce
    •Tuna, 6 oz can - 40 grams of protein
    Pork
    •Pork chop, average - 22 grams protein
    •Pork loin or tenderloin, 4 oz – 29 grams
    •Ham, 3 oz serving – 19 grams
    •Ground pork, 1 oz raw – 5 grams; 3 oz cooked – 22 grams
    •Bacon, 1 slice – 3 grams
    •Canadian-style bacon (back bacon), slice – 5 – 6 grams
    Eggs and Dairy
    •Egg, large - 6 grams protein
    •Milk, 1 cup - 8 grams
    •Cottage cheese, ½ cup - 15 grams
    •Yogurt, 1 cup – usually 8-12 grams, check label
    •Soft cheeses (Mozzarella, Brie, Camembert) – 6 grams per oz
    •Medium cheeses (Cheddar, Swiss) – 7 or 8 grams per oz
    •Hard cheeses (Parmesan) – 10 grams per oz
    Beans (including soy)
    •Tofu, ½ cup 20 grams protein
    •Tofu, 1 oz, 2.3 grams
    •Soy milk, 1 cup - 6 -10 grams
    •Most beans (black, pinto, lentils, etc) about 7-10 grams protein per half cup of cooked beans
    •Soy beans, ½ cup cooked – 14 grams protein
    •Split peas, ½ cup cooked – 8 grams
    Nuts and Seeds
    •Peanut butter, 2 Tablespoons - 8 grams protein
    •Almonds, ¼ cup – 8 grams
    •Peanuts, ¼ cup – 9 grams
    •Cashews, ¼ cup – 5 grams
    •Pecans, ¼ cup – 2.5 grams
    •Sunflower seeds, ¼ cup – 6 grams
    •Pumpkin

    Also here is a snack list.

    http://www.canadianparents.com/article/100-family-snacks-under-100-calories
  • stuffinmuffin
    stuffinmuffin Posts: 985 Member
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    Eggs and tuna are my secret weapons. (Not together! ; )
  • SeaSiren1
    SeaSiren1 Posts: 242 Member
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    lots and lots and lots of raw veggies and some raw fruit, and I get my water in
  • arc_82
    arc_82 Posts: 9
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    Protein and fiber!

    For breakfast I do a 100% whole wheat english muffin with 1 tbs peanut butter and my morning coffee, I'm good until lunch.

    My new secret weapon for lunch time is greek yogurt. Chobani is my favorite. That along with a hearty salad or freezer meal keeps me sustained for quite awhile.

    I snack on a cheese stick and some almonds or a piece of fruit in the afternoon and I'm good until dinner.
  • justanotherbrickinthewall
    justanotherbrickinthewall Posts: 156 Member
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    Anything with protein, fruit, and vegetables work for me. I like eggs, protein powder, peanut butter, dark leafy greens, peppers, and any sort of fruit. Make sure you drink enough water also. That's what keeps me full.
  • mrfritz
    mrfritz Posts: 9
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    Greek yogurt! Fage 0% has 23 grams in a cup! I put that in smoothies. And lots and lots of fiber via vegetables and fruits. I find that if I eat around 80-100 grams of protein a day I feel really healthy and satiated. Also drink 8-10 glasses of water a day (especially if you are consuming a lot of fiber) Hope this helps!
  • escloflowneCHANGED
    escloflowneCHANGED Posts: 3,038 Member
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    Fibre keeps me full longer!
  • PercivalHackworth
    PercivalHackworth Posts: 1,437 Member
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    Greek yoghurt binge, no worry, fills up the stomach ahah.
    Vegies, they help a lot, almonds too (beware the calories)

    :)
  • ShellHubbard
    ShellHubbard Posts: 34
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    I've started taking the stuff Dr. Oz recommended, he says his wife takes it because her personal trainer suggested it, and his chemists checked it out and declared it safe. It's PGX Daily, and I'm telling you, I feel so full and satisfied, I drink one packet before lunch and another before dinner and I'm able to stick to 1500 calories a day. I've been using it for almost a week and if it keeps working, I'll be so happy. I've never been able to keep my calories low ... until now. And I do still eat Triscuits to keep me full, an apple with Laughing Cow light swiss cheese, cottage cheese, even a glass of milk is filling. :smile:
  • Sweet_Potato
    Sweet_Potato Posts: 1,119 Member
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    Soup! It's so filling. I make all kinds of soup and it's only 200-300 calories for a huge bowl.
  • emmyvera
    emmyvera Posts: 599 Member
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    dls06 <<< What she wrote. :laugh: Impressive!
  • TeaBea
    TeaBea Posts: 14,517 Member
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    protein, fats, complex carbs, and fiber ....... All of these keep you full longer.

    My breakfast is high fiber cereal (with protien) & I add nuts .... keeps me full til lunch

    The key isn't low calorie foods - but to eat foods that give you the "most bang for your buck"

    Fat, yes it's relativley high calorie ...... but add a bit to each meal & it helps to keep you full longer.

    Fiber ..... don't try to add this all at once (tummy issues). But look for fiber in whole foods .... whole grains, whole fruits & veggies.

    Complex carbs (see whole grains) - Wheat bread is higher in both protien & fiber than white bread. Beans, legumes have protien & fiber too.
  • PercivalHackworth
    PercivalHackworth Posts: 1,437 Member
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    Avoid high-glycemic carbs that create insulins kicks.
    Here : http://www.lowcarbiseasy.com/dietplanlowgi.htm
  • emmaonamission
    emmaonamission Posts: 117
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    Peanut butter, fat free yogurts and water work for me
  • italianissima
    italianissima Posts: 140 Member
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    Hi,

    I agree with the above posters! Great ideas, everyone!!

    I suggest reading anything on volumetrics. It is about eating more food and feeling full, but having less calories overall. I do this all the time!I I usually feel amazing and the right amount of full!

    My favorite book The Volumetrics Eating Plan by Barbara Rolls.

    Good luck!
  • fatguyweightloss
    fatguyweightloss Posts: 145
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    Protein and fat
  • JulieF11
    JulieF11 Posts: 387 Member
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    lots and lots and lots of raw veggies and some raw fruit, and I get my water in

    ^^This^^ and:

    * Sauerkraut (add it to meat or sandwiches to make it bulkier)
    * Hebrew National Low-fat hot dogs with Nature's Own White Wheat hot dog bun (not so good for you, but yummy, low cal and filling)
    * Coffee or tea (when I'm out of calories or before a meal to make me less hungry)
    * Progresso Light Soups (high in sodium, but filling and very low cal)
  • cbu23
    cbu23 Posts: 280 Member
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    dls06 <<< What she wrote. :laugh: Impressive!

    Agreed! Awesome list!
  • mrsjennifermaffei
    mrsjennifermaffei Posts: 469
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    Soups
    Cereal
    Meats
  • simplyeater
    simplyeater Posts: 270 Member
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    Fruits and veggies at EVERY meal! I see so many people's diaries who look like they barely get any food for their 1400 cal. I eat like a queen on my 1500 and could easily go lower if I had to. Protein/complex carb combos also keep cravings away.

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