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While you may be excited for upcoming holiday feasts, you're probably dreading the consequent weight gain. If you're looking to actually shed some pounds this season, we've got the perfect options for you. From hearty beef to savory tomato soup, we're revealing six anti-inflammatory crock pot recipes you should try this week to lose six pounds fast.
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Vegetarian Chili
If you're looking to go meatless, try this vegetarian chili recipe. It's loaded with anti-inflammatory ingredients like beans, onions, and cilantro for added weight loss benefits.
Butternut Squash
Butternut squash is packed with filling fibers to keep you satiated, so you'll eat less throughout the day. Add some whole grains on the side to further decrease belly bloat!
Creamy Tomato Soup
This recipe is a healthier twist on a classic dish, and just as tasty as the original! Instead of heavy cream or butter, it features fiber-packed unsweetened almond milk.
Curry Chicken
Curry includes the "super Ingredient" tumeric, which aids in digestion and metabolism and even protects the body from various side- disorders that accompany obesity. You're going to want to try this tasty dish ASAP!
Beef
Meat lovers, here's an option for you! While beef typically gets a bad rep, leaner cuts can actually be part of a healthy diet. In addition to delivering amino acids that build lean muscle, beef boosts your metabolism to keep you fuller for longer. Not only that, but it contains tons of vital nutrients that support blood formation, as well as brain and nervous system function.
Chana Masala
Another popular Indian dish, chana masala also has amazing anti-inflammatory properties. It features tumeric and cucumin to decrease belly bloat, as well as fiber-packed garbanzo beans to fight mid-day hunger pains!
