Foods to Boost your Bikini Body

The pressure to look your best certainly intensifies when there’s a holiday on the horizon. Baring your body in a swimsuit can be a daunting task when you’re not feeling fully confident but have no fear…achieving a healthy bikini body is attainable! Instead of focusing on the food you can’t eat, give yourself a kick-start by incorporating our pick of these delicious foods into your everyday eating habits. Bump up your exercise with strength training and cardio and you’ll be beach-ready in no time!

Water

We know you’ve heard it before but avoid sugary soft drinks and juices when you’re trying to manage your weight. Water is second to none at providing calorie-free hydration. As well as flushing out toxins and combating bloating, water may help you snack less and promote a feeling of fullness. Aim to drink the recommended 1.2 litres of water a day.

Spinach

Rich in iron, magnesium and calcium, this nutritional powerhouse is filling and low in calories. A great source of vitamins and minerals, enjoy the unique taste of this leafy green vegetable steamed in soups or simply eat raw as part of a nutrient-packed salad.

Chilli Peppers

Recent studies suggest that a key chemical found in chillies could boost your metabolism which helps your body burn fat faster. A sprinkle of dried chillies to your meals was said to reduce cravings for fatty, salty and sweet foods. A figure-friendly way to spice up your usual dinner!

Bananas

Full of fibre and naturally sweet, bananas help curb any sugary cravings as well as helping you feel fuller for longer. Their high potassium content can also help to relieve water retention and bloating. Low in calories and fat, bananas are a great replacement for unhealthy snack foods.

Blueberries

These berries may be tiny but they are bursting with nutritional benefits. A good source of fibre, Vitamin C and potassium, they only contain around 57 calories per 100g. Scatter a handful over your breakfast cereal or add a few to low fat yogurt.

Grapefruit

Enjoy this tangy fruit raw as a great way to start the day or slice into salads for a citrusy hit. Researchers have discovered that a compound contained in grapefruits can lower insulin and aid in weight management. As they’re at least 90% water, they also fill you up with fewer calories.

Almonds

Nuts are loaded with healthy fats and protein that help keep cravings at bay. Packed with Vitamin E, almonds are lower in calories than other nuts and their high fibre content can stop you from feeling hungry. In a recent study, people who added a daily helping of almonds to a lower calorie diet lost more weight than people who followed the same diet but snacked on high-carb options.

Cucumber

A natural diuretic, this relative of the melon eases water retention and bloating in the body contributing to a flatter stomach. Low in calories but high in nutrients and fibre, this salad essential is made up of 90% water, leaving you feeling fuller for longer.

Incorporate these foods into a healthy lifestyle and soon you’ll be stepping out on a sun-drenched beach looking and feeling fantastic…