8 Secret Superfoods for Optimal Weight Loss

1. Black Sapote

Black sapote, also known as the "chocolate pudding fruit," tastes like... chocolate pudding.

Black Sapote

A 100-gram serving is deceptively rich and velvety, containing 130 calories and 191 mg of vitamin C, or twice that of an orange. 

2. Teff

It's a more complete glutamic acid-packed protein than the rice itself," she explains. 

Teff

This makes it ideal for those who wish to consume fewer calories and more protein. 

3. Kamut

With the popularity of primordial grains, this grain will compete with quinoa and teff for space on your table.

Kamut

Kamut, also known as Khorsan wheat, is native to the Middle East and is high in omega-3 fatty acids, protein, and low in caloric.

4. Longans

These translucent fruits that resemble lychees taste like grapes and pears, and their nutritional profile is equally refreshing.

Longans

A 100-gram serving contains 140 percent of the daily value for vitamin C, 60 calories, and no fat.

5. puerh tea

This Chinese fermented tea can literally reduce the size of adipose cells.

6. Dulse

You've consumed it in sushi and reluctantly attempted the dried form. 

7. Cupuaçu

The superfruit has been observed in Florida, while online retailers have begun selling powdered and frozen purees. 

8. Chia Seeds

Chia seeds, now a mainstream, not-so-secret superfood, provide the superior energy.

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