List of Low Fat Foods

Low Fat Foods

So you have made a decision to lose weight and get fit, but are you are ready for a life style change? Committing to a healthy life style is more than just starting an exercise routine and going on a diet. You will need to transition to the low fat foods and get away from the fried foods, processed foods, and sweet snacks. The most painless way to do this transition is by slowly replacing the items in your cupboards with healthy alternatives. No need to panic, there are plenty of healthy alternatives that will satisfy your appetite and your taste bud cravings. To help you out with this I am providing a list below.

Here is a basic list of low fat foods to get you started

Fats and Proteins

Olive oil, canola oil, safflower oil, fish, especially salmon or tuna packed in water;
Beans: such as black beans, pinto beans, black-eyed peas, garbanzo beans, and kidney beans.

Fruits and Vegetables

Dried fruits like cherries, blue berries, and cranberries, cherries, nut and seeds such as almonds, walnuts, peanuts, pecans; pumpkin seeds; canned fruits like peaches, pineapple, pears – in moderation; canned vegetables like peas, carrots, corn, beets, mushrooms, green beans, spinach, and asparagus

Carbohydrates

Pastas like penne, lasagna, spaghetti, and other noodles (use the whole wheat variety if available) Breads and Cereals: stock breads made with whole grain wheat flour or bagels; whole wheat flour; whole-grain cereals such as oatmeal, bran flakes or low-fat granola

Flavorings

Go with natural herbs and low sodium spices and seasonings; whole garlic, low-sodium Worcestershire sauce, soy sauces and bottled marinades include your favorite low-fat or fat-free salad dressings, low-fat low-sodium soup stocks, soup mixes, fat-free broths, and bouillon cubes

Sweets and snacks

Seeds such as: flax, sunflower, and poppy, pretzels, whole grain crackers, and low-fat popcorn. For your sweetening needs use natural honey

This is not an exhaustive list of low fat foods for your cupboard and certainly not an all inclusive list for your kitchen. Don’t forget to stock adequate fresh fruits and vegetables along with fat-free or low-fat dairy products and lean meats. Remember a life style change requires commitment and some sacrifice but slow changes can minimize the impact and keep you from getting discouraged.