Research was done on people who incorporated more soup in their diet than solid foods and the results were positive. People who ate or slurped soup more often were more likely to shed off some weight and lose unwanted belly fat. These people have a significant lower BMI than those who didn’t. The soup also lowers symptoms of heart diseases and diabetes. So how those soups make you lose weight? According to science, soups are a denser form of liquid than juices. So it makes you fuller longer and faster. Soups are also low in calories and is digested slower than regular solids.
Soups are easy and fast to make. No need of to go out or hiring a professional chef to have delicious and healthy soups at home. Soups can also be made in bulk and be reheated throughout the day. You don’t need a culinary degree to make a great soup. The right ingredients and recipe is enough.
Here is a simple 3 steps soup recipe for beginners.
What you will need:
• A pot
• Water
Ingredients:
• Chopped carrots
• Chopped onions
• Chopped garlic
• Chopped red peppers
• Chopped celery
• Or any firm vegetables you prefer
• Zucchini
• Tomatoes
• Spinach
• Spices
• Chicken or Fish
Step One
Fill the pot with water and heat on the stove.
Step Two
Throw in all the vegetables and protein of your choosing. When the vegetables and protein are soft, add spices to taste. Adding cumin and ground pepper adds a kick to the soup but also increase metabolism.
Step Three
Turn the oven off and put it in a serving bowl.
You can always kick up this recipe or find recipes you prefer. Opt for homemade soups rather than store bought ones. Store bought soups can be high in sodium and fat.