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Inflammation is a common digestive issue which can manifest in a bloated, distended stomach and stems from a variety of causes. Regardless if your inflammation is from food intolerance, stress and anxiety, or a high sodium meal, it can make it difficult to see visible weight loss results as they’re hidden behind a swollen stomach. You’ll want to treat inflammation at the source even if you aren’t working towards weight loss, but if you’ve cleaned up your diet and are eating healthy meals only to be met with bloating it can be particularly discouraging, leading you to question why you’re changing your habits to begin with.
Starting off your day on the right foot is essential for achieving progress, and if you’re struggling with bloating there are actually certain foods you can eat which may help to relieve this symptom so you can finally reap the benefits of your healthy lifestyle. If you’re looking for breakfast inspiration and want something that can pave the way to a flatter stomach by reducing inflammation, there’s one meal that health experts recommend for achieving the desired results.
Veggie Omelette
Loaded with lean protein, vitamins, and antioxidants, a vegetable omelette is the nutrient dense breakfast you’ve been looking for to eliminate bloating and keep you full for hours. When crafting meals for weight loss it’s important to prioritize the three major macronutrients (carbs, healthy fat, and protein) and this dish offers a variety of each for sustained energy with less inflammation. “A [veggie omelette] is loaded with healthy fats and antioxidant rich produce that will directly fight inflammation and prevent future inflammation from setting in,” explains registered dietitian Trista Best.
Not only is a veggie omelette ideal for reaching your daily protein goals, but it also offers an easy way to increase your vegetable intake throughout the day which can lead to a smoother time losing weight. Vegetables are loaded with fiber which has been known to improve digestion while keeping you full for hours after eating, so building your meal around protein and fiber is your best bet for achieving a flatter stomach by reducing inflammation. “The protein from the eggs and fiber from the vegetables will help keep you feeling full for longer periods of time which will offset your hunger and overeating throughout the day,” adds Best. Less overeating means a seamless calorie deficit, resulting in healthy weight loss over time.
Not sure which vegetables to add to your omelette? “Consider using spinach, bell peppers, onions, and top with avocado for extra healthy fats,” Best suggests. “Bypass cheese to avoid unnecessary saturated fat and calories, but opt for nutrition yeast instead, which is a vegan approved cheese replacement.”
Nutritional yeast is also packed with health benefits such as providing plant-based protein and B vitamins, making it even easier to reach your weight loss goals while adding a delicious and dairy free cheesy flavor to your meal. But the good news doesn’t stop there--eggs and vegetables such as spinach have also been known to boost your metabolism, so making this breakfast a staple in your eating routine can help to increase fat burn over time for weight loss without any added effort.
Whether you’re working to stave off existing inflammation or simply hope to keep future bloating at bay, crafting a veggie packed omelette each morning is one of the best ways to nourish your body with macronutrients so that you can lose weight and see the results with ease. Bloating should never stand in the way of reaping the physical benefits of your healthy eating plan, so this summer if you’re having an off-day or need a little extra energy, the protein, vitamins, and antioxidants of this meal will be all you need to get back on track and reset your body.
