We bet on the right foods
Unlimited green vegetables
The National Health Nutrition Program (PNNS) recommends eating at least five servings per day. Light, digestible and low in calories, they really have all the virtues. Their fibers regulate appetite and stimulate smooth transit. As long as you choose them well, they fight water retention and detoxify cells. In this area, leeks, carrots, turnips, zucchini, spinach, fennel, artichoke and pumpkin are champions because they are diuretics, laxatives and hepatic protectors. Another bonus is that they’re packed with the anti-fatigue vitamins and minerals you absolutely need. Do not hesitate to combine them and consume them steamed or, better yet, in the form of a soup, a formidable appetite suppressant. On the other hand, do not force on raw vegetables which promote bitterness and bloating.
Lean protein to fill you up
Allies of slimming par excellence, proteins satiate, fight water retention and allow to ‘melt’ while preserving muscle mass. In other words, they help to lose more fat than muscle, which is the goal. They are mainly found in meats, fish and eggs. Pulses and whole grains also contain them, but they do not contain all the amino acids essential for our health. To eliminate the excesses of the holidays after childbirth, bet on seafood. Less fatty than meats, they provide iodine which naturally boosts fat burning.
Low-fat dairy products for calcium
Pregnant and after childbirth, you have increased needs for calcium, a mineral essential for building the bones of the future baby and keeping those of his mother in good condition. Several recent studies have shown that calcium also plays a beneficial role in slimming: an excellent reason to go the extra mile on dairy products. After childbirth, you no longer need their fat, so choose them low.
Slow sugars for energy
Long considered the enemies of the line, legumes and whole grains are now rehabilitated and figure prominently in all slimming diets. Unlike fast sugars, present in pastries and confectionery, they diffuse slowly in the body, avoiding fatigue and cravings. To avoid storing them, they should be consumed preferably before 17 p.m.