10 Foods Under 50 Calories: THESE low calorie foods are what you need to keep you full

Here are ten foods with 50 calories or less that will keep you full for a long time.

By Sayari Debnath

Updated on Nov 18, 2019 | 09:25 PM IST | 5.8M

10 Foods Under 50 Calories: THESE low calorie foods are what you need to keep you full

Are you looking to lose weight, want to reduce your daily calorie intake or simply want to be more mindful of what you are eating? Tracking your calorie intake is the obvious answer to these questions. But, as we go about our day, it is virtually impossible for us to track the calorie content of every food item that we consume. Overeating or consuming more calories than is required by your body may lead to gastrointestinal problems, gaining weight and becoming lethargic with time.

It is not only important that we eat less calories but also ensure that it is healthy calories which fulfills all our dietary and nutritional needs. Rushing to the kitchen to check how much calories all your favourite foods contain? Don’t! Here is a list of ten food under 50 calories that will fully satisfy your appetite and your taste buds!

1. Mushrooms

A cup of raw mushrooms are not only low in calories, but their meaty texture fill you up fast. In fact, mushroom is a "secret weight loss food" since they're high in fiber and low in calories.

2. Apricots

An apricot is a sweet, juicy, and the perfect summer snack, especially if you're watching your weight.

3. Egg whites

One egg white has just 20 calories. It is rich in proteins and is great way to fuel up on the road to weight loss.

4. Plums

Plums contain compounds that work in your cells to protect against aging and disease. They also have anti-diabetic and anti-obesity properties.

5. Okra

Okra produces a substance called "mucilage," which is beneficial to digestion. The substance binds with toxic acid that the liver releases into the digestive system, and eliminates it from the body.

6. Raisins

Raisins provide a hit of antioxidants which help maintain a strong immune system.

7. Oysters

Oysters are low in cholesterol and calories and high in protein. They are also an excellent source of zinc, calcium, copper, iodine, iron, and potassium.

8. Kiwi