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Eliminating bloat and uncomfortable inflammation is one of the best ways to cut down on water weight naturally, allowing you to look as good as you feel. While there are plenty of methods you can follow to minimize inflammation, your diet is the primary factor to look at when it comes to reducing irritation. This week, these are the five recipes you need to try out to cut through bloat and feel full and satiated with just the use of your crock pot. It doesn’t get easier than this!
Sweet Potato Stew
Sweet potato is a great natural anti-inflammatory, so including it in any recipe will make a significant impact on any bloating you may be suffering from. Complete with an array of vegetables to provide dietary fiber and healthy carbs, this recipe will quickly become a staple this spring!
Ingredients: Avocado oil, onion, ginger, carrots, sweet potato, oregano, thyme, salt, black pepper, pumpkin puree, bone broth, ground beef, lemon juice, cilantro, green onion, avocado
Broccoli Turmeric Soup
Turmeric is one of the most well known anti-inflammatory spices you could include in your repertoire, so adding it to this veggie packed soup is a no brainer. With ginger to soothe an upset stomach and broccoli to offer some plant-based protein, this easy soup is great for cooler spring evenings.
Ingredients: Butter, leeks, ginger, broccoli, turmeric, salt, black pepper, sesame oil, vegetable stock
Tuscan Chicken Soup
Chicken is a great source of lean protein which will boost your metabolism and help to minimize bloating. Packed with a number of vegetables and seasonings to nourish the body, this soup is an ideal weight loss meal that will leave you feeling your best.
Ingredients: Chicken breast, coconut oil, chicken broth, balsamic vinegar, sweet potato, turnip, carrots, white onion, garlic, fresh thyme, sea salt, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, baby spinach
Anti-Inflammatory Soup
If you’re feeling under the weather with spring allergies or post-vaccination symptoms, this is the perfect recipe for you. With anti-inflammatory spices and a number of vegetables to nourish your body and keep you full for hours, this soup is ideal for cutting through bloat and minimizing inflammation without skimping on flavor.
Ingredients: Chicken breast, celery stalks, carrots, red onion, broccoli, cauliflower, minced garlic, chicken broth, curry powder, paprika, garlic powder, basil, onion powder, cumin, black pepper, turmeric
Sweet Potato Chipotle Chili
Chili is a nice, hearty dish for your hungrier days and as it cuts through inflammation, it can help you to lose weight without depriving you of delicious foods. This recipe is great to make in bulk and freeze for leftovers later in the week or month, so pull out your crock pot and get cooking!
Ingredients: Sweet potato, lean beef, white onion, broth, canned tomato, riced cauliflower, garlic, adobo sauce, cumin, paprika, chili powder, black pepper, sea salt, bell pepper, cilantro