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15 Zero Calorie Foods That Burn More Calories Than They Contain
When it comes to losing weight it can be next to impossible to find snack foods that can help keep you on track. There are a few zero calorie foods however that are purported to be negative in calories. These zero calorie foods essentially contain more water than they do calories and require more calories to utilize them than they hold. Thus, making these foods essentially zero calorie foods.
1. Celery
About 75% of a celery stick is actually water; the other 25% is fiber and other roughage.
As a result of the fact that this tasty vegetable is so full of water, it provides you with far fewer calories than it will take for your body to digest the snack.
In addition to burning more calories than it contains, celery is an excellent source of fiber that can help to keep you feeling fuller for longer, reducing the urge to snack.
The health benefits of celery don’t end at weight loss. Celery is full of nutrients like vitamin C, vitamin A and vitamin K.
Further, celery has anti-oxidant properties that may be able to improve cardiovascular health, reducing your chances of developing hardened arteries (and related heart problems like heart attacks and cardiovascular disease).
As a bonus, the fiber content promotes regular bowel movements as well as boosting digestive health more generally. There is even some evidence suggesting that a diet high in celery can improve the appearance of your skin.
You can enjoy celery sticks on their own, or try lightly seasoning them with salt. You can also dip celery in hot sauce to make a spicy snack, or chop it up for a salad.
