1. Blueberries
Berries, packed with antioxidants, offer up a plethora of benefits. Feder says that adding blueberries, in particular, to your morning bowl of oats can do wonders for your body. "Blueberries contain one of the highest antioxidant contents among all of the fruits," he says. "They are also rich in fiber and other important nutrients."
The antioxidant content, he explains, is "great for combatting inflammation throughout the body which can be hindering weight loss." The fiber is also fantastic, as it can "help increase satiety and keep you feeling satiated for long periods of time." This is especially helpful for weight loss because it means you're less likely to overeat and indulge in unhealthy snacks throughout the day.
2. Cinnamon
Time to add some spice! Cinnamon can add a great bit of flavor to your oatmeal. But did you know it could also help you slim down? As it turns out, Feder says "Cinnamon has been shown to help control blood glucose levels, have antioxidative properties, and even boost metabolism." Amazing!
"By helping our bodies manage its glucose levels, we can sustain healthy energy levels which can help us with weight loss as you will not have large swings in energy," Feder explains. Like blueberries, cinnamon also offers up anti-inflammatory properties that could do wonders for your weight loss goals.
And finally, Feder says, this tasty spice could "potentially boost calorie burning within our bodies," making it one of many spices that may help speed up your metabolism.
3. Almonds
Nuts are another great food to eat for faster weight loss—and luckily, they work perfectly in oatmeal. These superfoods are rich in healthy fats and other essential nutrients that can help your body thrive. Feder recommends adding almonds to your oatmeal for this reason.
"Almonds are a great addition to oatmeal as they contain healthy anti-inflammatory fats and high amounts of fiber," he says. "The high amount of healthy fats, when paired with carbohydrates such as those in oatmeal, can help control blood sugar levels and keep them from spiking. This is great for sustaining healthy energy levels which can aid in weight loss."
As we've already mentioned, inflammation-fighting foods like almonds can be a great secret weapon to add to your diet for weight loss. And just as with blueberries, the high fiber content of nuts will help keep you fuller longer, likely reducing your overall caloric intake throughout the day.