{"id":14936,"date":"2020-12-29T19:57:23","date_gmt":"2020-12-29T19:57:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=14936"},"modified":"2025-07-10T23:52:17","modified_gmt":"2025-07-10T23:52:17","slug":"zero-calorie-foods","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/zero-calorie-foods\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Zero Calorie Foods That\u2019ll Help You Keep The Number On The Scale In Check"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/zero-calorie-foods\/#What_Are_Zero-Calorie_Foods\" >What Are Zero-Calorie Foods?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/zero-calorie-foods\/#Are_Zero-Calorie_Foods_Myth_Or_Fact\" >Are Zero-Calorie Foods Myth Or Fact?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/zero-calorie-foods\/#List_of_the_Best_Zero-Calorie_Foods_and_How_You_Can_Consume_Them\" >List of the Best Zero-Calorie Foods and How You Can Consume Them<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/zero-calorie-foods\/#Apples\" >Apples<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/zero-calorie-foods\/#Kale\" >Kale<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/zero-calorie-foods\/#Celery\" >Celery<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/zero-calorie-foods\/#Berries\" >Berries<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/zero-calorie-foods\/#Arugula\" >Arugula\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/zero-calorie-foods\/#Grapefruit\" >Grapefruit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/zero-calorie-foods\/#Broccoli\" >Broccoli<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/zero-calorie-foods\/#Cabbage\" >Cabbage\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/zero-calorie-foods\/#Carrots\" >Carrots<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/zero-calorie-foods\/#Cauliflower\" >Cauliflower<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/zero-calorie-foods\/#Cucumber\" >Cucumber\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/zero-calorie-foods\/#Lettuce\" >Lettuce<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/zero-calorie-foods\/#Lemon_and_lime_juice\" >Lemon and lime juice<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/zero-calorie-foods\/#Spinach\" >Spinach<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/zero-calorie-foods\/#Tomatoes\" >Tomatoes<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/zero-calorie-foods\/#What_Happens_If_I_Only_Eat_Zero-Calorie_Foods\" >What Happens If I Only Eat Zero-Calorie Foods?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/zero-calorie-foods\/#It_may_slow_down_your_metabolism\" >It may slow down your metabolism<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/zero-calorie-foods\/#Can_cause_nutrient_deficiencies\" >Can cause nutrient deficiencies<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/zero-calorie-foods\/#Lowered_immunity\" >Lowered immunity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/zero-calorie-foods\/#Can_weaken_your_bones\" >Can weaken your bones<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/zero-calorie-foods\/#Is_0_Calories_Good_for_Weight_Loss\" >Is 0 Calories Good for Weight Loss?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/zero-calorie-foods\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/zero-calorie-foods\/#What_foods_are_zero-calorie_or_negative-calorie\" >What foods are zero-calorie or negative-calorie?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/zero-calorie-foods\/#Why_do_greens_count_as_zero-calorie_foods\" >Why do greens count as zero-calorie foods?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/zero-calorie-foods\/#Is_0_calories_really_0_calories\" >Is 0 calories really 0 calories?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/zero-calorie-foods\/#Are_apples_zero-calorie\" >Are apples zero-calorie?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/zero-calorie-foods\/#Is_1000_calories_too_low\" >Is 1,000 calories too low?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/zero-calorie-foods\/#What_foods_burn_fat\" >What foods burn fat?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/zero-calorie-foods\/#Which_are_the_best_snacks_with_no_carbs\" >Which are the best snacks with no carbs?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contrary to popular belief, calorie counting is not just for weight loss. This simple behavior of tracking how much food energy you consume per day can help with weight loss, weight gain, and weight management. It also comes in handy for muscle building as even competitive athletes and bodybuilders find it helpful to keep track of their food energy intake.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;a href=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=zero_calorie_foods&quot;&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;video autoplay=&quot;autoplay&quot; loop=&quot;loop&quot; muted=&quot;muted&quot; playsinline=&quot;playsinline&quot; width=&quot;777&quot;&gt;&lt;source src=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4&quot;&quot; type=&quot;video\/mp4&quot; \/&gt;&lt;\/video&gt;&lt;\/a&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:256,&quot;11&quot;:3}\" data-sheets-formula=\"=replace(R[-12]C[0],SEARCH(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;,R[-12]C[0]),LEN(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;),R8C[0])\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=zero_calorie_foods\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We all love food. However, as much as we would like to eat and say that calories don\u2019t matter, we know that it\u2019s not true. Consuming more food energy than we burn will lead to weight gain, which may not be desired. This is where zero-calorie foods and drinks come in handy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having a zero-calorie foods list is a neat trick that allows you to eat more without going over your recommended energy intake for the day &#8211; and who wouldn\u2019t like that?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this post, we\u2019re going to answer some frequently asked questions such as \u2018what are zero-calorie foods?\u2019 and \u2018are zero-calorie foods myth or fact?\u2019 in addition to telling you some zero-calorie foods that will fill you up, and more.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Zero-Calorie_Foods\"><\/span><b>What Are Zero-Calorie Foods?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contrary to what the name suggests, these foods do not contain zero calories. So how can foods be zero-calorie if they have some food energy in them?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also known as negative or near-zero-calorie foods, they are fruits and vegetables that supposedly take more energy to digest than they provide to your body. This will burn more calories than you gain from them through the simple acts of eating, digesting, and processing them (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/negative-calorie-foods\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Zero-Calorie_Foods_Myth_Or_Fact\"><\/span><b>Are Zero-Calorie Foods Myth Or Fact?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It depends how you look at it. As stated above, all foods provide some amount of food energy at varying rates. For example, 1 slice of pan-crust pizza has 280 kcals while a stalk of celery (40 g) has approximately 5.6 kcals.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlike a slice of pizza, celery has very few calories, which means that during digestion, the body uses up a larger portion of the energy from the stalk of celery than it does from the slice of pizza. Therefore, celery is considered an example of zero-calorie foods.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, it should be noted that while such theories are quite popular, there are no reputable scientific sources or studies that prove these kinds of foods actually take more calories to digest than the amount of calories they contain.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Dropping pounds by the dozens without putting yourself through the wringer is everyone\u2019s weight loss pipe dream. But what if we told you that the BetterMe app can make that happen? <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=zero_calorie_foods\">Keep yourself in prime shape <\/a> with our fat-blasting workouts, delicious budget-sparing recipes, and body-transforming challenges with our app!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"List_of_the_Best_Zero-Calorie_Foods_and_How_You_Can_Consume_Them\"><\/span><b>List of the Best Zero-Calorie Foods and How You Can Consume Them<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This zero-calorie foods list outlines which fruits and vegetables are sometimes considered as negative or near-zero-calorie foods, how much energy they have (according to the USDA), their health benefits, and how you can consume them.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Apples\"><\/span><b>Apples<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When looking up zero-calorie food lists, apples are among the top options you\u2019ll find. One cup (125 g) of this fruit contains approximately 76 cals. Apples are considered to be great for weight loss due to their low food energy count and because they\u2019re high in fiber and water.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A controlled 10-week study from 2008 revealed that in 50 overweight women, the participants who added apples or pears to their diets ended up consuming fewer calories overall than those who ate oat cookies with the same amount of fiber and total calories as the fruit (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/18439712\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apples are also good for your heart health as the fiber they contain can help lower blood cholesterol levels.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They\u2019re also said to help reduce the risk of Type II diabetes, and they contain probiotics that promote gut health, may prevent cancer, promote bone health, and help fight against asthma (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC442131\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Apples can be consumed as snacks or added to salads for some extra crunch, sweetness, or tartness.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kale\"><\/span><b>Kale<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One cup of kale contains 8.75 calories. It\u2019s a popular vegetable that is often eaten in salads. This dark leafy green is full of antioxidants that help counteract oxidative damage caused by free radicals in the body (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8706317\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kale is also high in nutrients and vitamins such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vitamin C, which supports your immune system<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vitamin K, which is important for blood clotting and helps prevent heart disease and osteoporosis<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Magnesium that may protect against type II diabetes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calcium that\u2019s essential for bone health<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Potassium, which has been linked to reduced blood pressure and a lower risk of heart disease.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Celery\"><\/span><b>Celery<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The consumption of <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-celery-juice\/\">celery juice<\/a> has taken the world by storm with everybody claiming how good it is for your body. However, despite its claimed benefits, <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/10-benefits-of-juicing\/\">juicing<\/a> is not often recommended for weight loss or optimal nutrition. Instead, consuming the vegetable whole gives you only 5.6 cals and a slew of vitamins and minerals, in addition to fiber.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The vegetable is rich in antioxidants, which protect your cells, blood vessels, and organs from oxidative damage. It contains compounds that protect against inflammation, which has been linked to many chronic illnesses, and supports digestion (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5871295\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Celery is often consumed in salads, added to recipes, and eaten as snacks with nut butter or hummus.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=zero_calorie_foods\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/How-Many-Pounds-To-Lose-An-Inch.png\" alt=\"zero calorie foods\" \/>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Berries\"><\/span><b>Berries<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Berries are near-zero-calorie foods that are eaten as snacks, added to salads, and to breakfast foods such as oats for some sweetness (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8747047\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blueberries. Half a cup contains about 40 cals and is full of antioxidants, which may support your immune system and help protect you from illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, and dementia.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blackberries. 100 g of them contains about 43 calories and is full of polyphenols, which may help reduce inflammation and prevent heart disease, cancer, and type II diabetes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strawberries. A cup contains 48 cals and is full of vitamin C, folate, fiber, and antioxidants. Strawberries may help lower high blood pressure and cholesterol, help manage blood sugar, and fight the effects of aging on the brain.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cranberries. 1 cup of these has approximately 46 calories and they\u2019re popularly used for preventing urinary tract infections, although they cannot replace any treatment that is prescribed by your physician.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Arugula\"><\/span><b>Arugula\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 cup (20 g) of this dark leafy green has about 5 calories. Arugula is often used in salads and when consumed, it provides your body with numerous nutrients such as calcium, potassium, folate, and vitamins C, K, and A (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/food-nutrition\/arugula\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">25<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cumulatively, all these nutrients help promote blood clotting and bone health, support your immunity and blood coagulation, and support eye health, cell growth, and kidney, lung, and heart function.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Grapefruit\"><\/span><b>Grapefruit<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This citrus fruit has 42 cals for every 100 g and contains numerous minerals and vitamins. They\u2019re low-glycemic fruits and won\u2019t negatively affect your blood sugar levels, which makes them great for people with diabetes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They also contain fiber, potassium, lycopene, vitamin C, and choline, which contribute to your heart health by preventing high blood pressure. They\u2019re rich in antioxidants, which help lower your risk of cancer. Full of water and fiber, grapefruits promote regular bowel movements and help prevent constipation (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4016745\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Broccoli\"><\/span><b>Broccoli<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">100 g of broccoli has only 34 calories. This vegetable is an excellent source of fiber and protein, and contains iron, potassium, calcium, selenium, and magnesium, in addition to vitamins A, C, E, K and an array of B vitamins, including folate.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adding broccoli to your zero-calorie foods may help reduce your risk of cancer, support your immune health, improve bone health, help with digestion, and reduce inflammation. Broccoli may also help protect cardiovascular health and manage blood sugar levels in people with type II diabetes (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC10376324\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><strong>Read more: <\/strong><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/broccoli-recipes-healthy\/\"><i>4 Broccoli Recipes: Healthy and Satisfying Meals for Weight Loss<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cabbage\"><\/span><b>Cabbage\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether they have green or purple leaves, cabbages are almost zero-calorie foods with impressive health benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They\u2019re packed with vitamin C, which can support your immune system and improve digestion, and the purple variety has anthocyanins, which makes them colorful and may also help reduce your risk of heart attack and heart disease (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6109504\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Carrots\"><\/span><b>Carrots<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One carrot contains about 25 calories and is rich in vitamins, fiber, antioxidants, and minerals. Carrots are praised for their benefits toward better vision, and their antioxidants have linked them to a lower risk of certain cancers (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/359863991_An_Analysis_of_Health_Benefits_of_Carrot\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This vegetable may also protect against:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Osteoporosis due to vitamin K, small amounts of calcium, and phosphorus<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Illness, as it supports your immune system due to the vitamin C<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High blood pressure &#8211; carrots have potassium, which helps relax the blood vessels and potentially reduce the risk of high blood pressure and other cardiovascular issues<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diabetes, as they\u2019re low in sugar and are low on the glycemic index (GI), in addition to helping diabetes patients manage their blood sugar levels<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carrots are often added to salads and stews.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cauliflower\"><\/span><b>Cauliflower<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As with broccoli, cauliflower makes for a super zero-calorie food option as 100 g only contains 25 calories.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The vegetable also has a high water content, which helps keep you hydrated. It\u2019s high in fiber, which promotes satiety, and it has glucosinolates, which may help prevent cancer (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/benefits-of-cauliflower\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">23<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Cauliflower can be used in salads or stews or it can be roasted or grated as a rice alternative.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cucumber\"><\/span><b>Cucumber\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">100 g of cucumber has only 15 calories with 95.23 g of water, which helps keep you hydrated. Cucumbers are (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/351580539_Health_Beneficial_Effects_of_Cucumber\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High in vitamin K, which supports blood clotting and may support bone health<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have cucurbitacin compounds, which are believed to help stop cancer cells reproducing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High in fiber, which helps manage cholesterol and prevent related cardiovascular problems &#8211; fiber and cucurbitacin compounds are believed to help lower blood sugar<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cucumbers can be added to salads or eaten as a snack alone or with nut butter and hummus for a more filling snack option.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=zero_calorie_foods\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/6-2.png\" alt=\"zero calorie foods\" \/>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lettuce\"><\/span><b>Lettuce<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">100 g of lettuce contains only 14 calories and 95.3 g of water. It\u2019s a good source of fiber, iron, folate, and vitamin C.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Several studies have shown that this near-zero-calorie vegetable has anti-inflammatory, cholesterol-lowering, and anti-diabetic properties that are all attributed to the bioactive compounds found in it (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0889157516300230\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">19<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lemon_and_lime_juice\"><\/span><b>Lemon and lime juice<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Often added to salads, the juice of lemons and limes has almost no calories.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Spinach\"><\/span><b>Spinach<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">100 g of raw spinach has 23 cals and 91.4 g of water. Classified as dark leafy green, it contains high levels of fiber, iron, magnesium, potassium, and calcium.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The nutrients in spinach can help lower glucose levels, increase insulin sensitivity, prevent oxidative stress, and reduce the risk of bone fracture (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/topics\/agricultural-and-biological-sciences\/spinach\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">22<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). This vegetable is often added to eggs in breakfast options or to salads.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tomatoes\"><\/span><b>Tomatoes<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depending on the size and variety of tomato, the calorie count may vary. For example, 1 plum tomato contains approximately 10.8 cals, while a cherry tomato has only 3.61 calories.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These near-zero-calorie foods have been linked to the prevention of the development of certain cancers and they help maintain healthy blood pressure, improve blood sugar, lipids, and insulin levels in people with type II diabetes, and protect eye health (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8869745\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">24<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other low-calorie foods you can add to this list include bell peppers, fennel, chili peppers, asparagus, lettuce, chard, radish, and watercress (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yardbarker.com\/lifestyle\/articles\/20_foods_that_are_basically_calorie_free_011024\/s1__39105893#slide_1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Want to build an attention-grabbing bubble butt, blast away fat that\u2019s stored in all the wrong places, spring-clean your diet, turn back the clock on your skin, skyrocket your self-confidence and shatter your insecurities? Check out the BetterMe app and <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=zero_calorie_foods\">set this plan in motion<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Happens_If_I_Only_Eat_Zero-Calorie_Foods\"><\/span><b>What Happens If I Only Eat Zero-Calorie Foods?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Only eating zero-calorie foods is not as good as you may think, even when your goal is weight loss. As seen from the examples in the above section, such foods have very few calories to begin with.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When consumed, they\u2019ll end up giving you very little energy, which makes it harder for you to perform tasks throughout the day. Consuming too few calories also has more damaging side effects, particularly in the long term, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"It_may_slow_down_your_metabolism\"><\/span><b>It may <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-slow-down-your-metabolism\/\">slow down your metabolism<\/a><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Metabolism is the process by which our bodies convert food and drink into energy to use throughout the day and even while we are asleep.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During weight loss, a high\/fast metabolism is desired as it helps burn off food so it may not be converted and stored as fat in the body. When you eat too few calories, your body thinks you\u2019re starving and slips into starvation mode.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here, it reduces calories spent in an effort to restore energy balance and stop you from losing any more weight. Eating too little also places you at a higher risk of abnormally low blood pressure, slow heart rate, gallstones, anemia, brittle bones, and depression, among other undesirable side effects (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK572145\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_cause_nutrient_deficiencies\"><\/span><b>Can cause nutrient deficiencies<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This happens when your body doesn\u2019t get or absorb enough nutrients from the food you consume. These deficiencies or malnutrition can also happen when you only consume near-zero-calorie foods.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These types of foods are only fruits and vegetables, but a<a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/balanced-diet\/\"> balanced diet<\/a> &#8211; one that gives you all the nutrients you require &#8211; is one that consists of the five major food groups:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vegetables and legumes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/meats-for-weight-loss\/\">Lean meats<\/a>, fish, poultry, eggs, nuts, and seeds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dairy products and\/or alternatives for vegans or those who are lactose intolerant\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fruit<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whole grains, breads, cereals, rice, pasta, and noodles<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Healthy fats<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Without all these food groups in your diet, you risk nutrient deficiencies, which puts you at risk of anemia, eye and reproductive problems, short-term memory loss,\u00a0 diarrhea, muscle weakness, shortness of breath, and skin problems.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lowered_immunity\"><\/span><b>Lowered immunity<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eating too few calories by only consuming zero-calorie foods increases your risk of infections and illnesses. Several studies on athletes have suggested that reducing your calorie intake too much can reduce your immunity and increase your risk of infection, which makes you more likely to fall sick (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/18185032\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">21<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/19846424\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_weaken_your_bones\"><\/span><b>Can weaken your bones<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you consume too few calories, this may lead to a reduction in estrogen and testosterone levels in your body. When your reproductive hormones are low, this can lead to reduced bone formation and increased bone breakdown, resulting in weaker bones (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/calorie-restriction-risks\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC10164494\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As eating only zero-calorie foods leaves you with little to no energy, this can prevent you from working out, which can also lead to bone loss, potentially increasing your risk of fractures.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=zero_calorie_foods\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/61.png\" alt=\"zero calorie foods\" \/>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_0_Calories_Good_for_Weight_Loss\"><\/span><b>Is 0 Calories Good for Weight Loss?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes and no. Natural zero-calorie foods are only great for weight loss if they\u2019re eaten as part of a healthy and balanced calorie deficit diet, and not eaten just by themselves.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/zero-calorie-drinks-for-intermittent-fasting\/\">zero-calorie drinks<\/a>, particularly soft drinks and energy drinks, and foods, particularly those that are sweetened with popular zero-calorie sweeteners, may not be the best for you. While zero-calorie sweeteners were once believed to be better for you than sugar, recent research has shown that this may not be the case.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some studies have suggested that choosing to rely on a zero-calorie sweetener may worsen blood sugar control, promote insulin resistance, and even go as far as to change both the function and composition of your gut microbiomes, the communities of bacteria, viruses, and fungi that live in the intestines.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They may also worsen sugar cravings or increase food cravings, contributing to obesity, and have also been linked to an increase in cardiovascular problems such as heart attacks, strokes, and coronary heart disease (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonpost.com\/wellness\/interactive\/2023\/sugar-substitutes-health-effects\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><strong>Read more: <\/strong><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/keto-chicken-and-broccoli\/\"><i>Make Weeknight Dinners a Breeze With This Simple Yet Flavorful Keto Chicken &amp; Broccoli Recipe<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=zero_calorie_foods\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Walking-4-Miles-A-Day_-Benefits-And-How-To-Maximize-Your-Results.png\" alt=\"zero calorie foods\" \/>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_foods_are_zero-calorie_or_negative-calorie\"><\/span><strong>What foods are zero-calorie or negative-calorie?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All the fruits and vegetables mentioned above can be classified as near-zero or negative-calorie foods. However, as you can see, none of them will register as having zero food energy when added in your calorie-counting app.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instead, they\u2019re rather low-calorie options that should be included in any healthy diet for weight loss and weight management.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_greens_count_as_zero-calorie_foods\"><\/span><strong>Why do greens count as zero-calorie foods?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Greens are usually listed as zero-calorie foods because many of them contain so few calories that a serving of them barely counts toward your daily macros. You can consume huge amounts of them without making any recognizable dent in your daily recommended calorie intake.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This makes them perfect for weight loss, weight management, and improved overall health as they\u2019re rich in numerous nutrients and antioxidants.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_0_calories_really_0_calories\"><\/span><strong>Is 0 calories really 0 calories?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, it isn\u2019t. Unless you only drink and survive on water alone &#8211; which is virtually impossible &#8211; everything you consume has calories. Some foods (and drinks) have negligible amounts which classifies them as \u2018zero-calorie foods\u2019.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_apples_zero-calorie\"><\/span><strong>Are apples zero-calorie?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, they\u2019re not. As seen above, no food is actually zero-calorie. Depending on quantity, apples can have a calorie count that ranges from 15.2 kcal (for 1 slice &#8211; 25 g) to as much as 180 kcal (for 1 extra large apple &#8211; 180 g) (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/fdc-app.html#\/food-details\/2344711\/nutrients\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_1000_calories_too_low\"><\/span><strong>Is 1,000 calories too low?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, it is. According to the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">American Psychology Association, <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the estimated calorie intake requirements for adult women are 1,600 to 2,400 calories per day and for men, they are 2,000 to 3,000 calories per day (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.apa.org\/obesity-guideline\/estimated-calorie-needs.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to weight loss, we\u2019re advised to cut just 500 calories a day to lose 1 pound a week. From this, we can see that 1,000 calories is too little for any adult, either male or female.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember, consuming too few calories can lead to fatigue, constipation, depression, a slower metabolic rate, mood swings, headaches, nutritional deficiencies, and much more.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_foods_burn_fat\"><\/span><strong>What foods burn fat?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are no specific foods that burn fat, but eating a healthy, balanced, reduced-calorie diet along with physical activity should result in fat loss.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The zero-calorie foods in this list can all be included in such a diet. Other foods that may be higher in calories but still help burn fat include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Complex carbohydrates such as quinoa and brown rice<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lean protein such as turkey, chicken, and lean beef, in addition to fatty fish such as salmon<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Legumes &#8211; beans are high in both protein and fiber, which are great fat burners<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spices such as cinnamon, turmeric, ginger, and ginseng.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_are_the_best_snacks_with_no_carbs\"><\/span><strong>Which are the best snacks with no carbs?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Snacks without carbs are best for those who are on a ketogenic diet or any other low-carbohydrate meal plan. Such snacks are often healthy and natural and include examples such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Boiled eggs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cheese<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Greek yogurt<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avocados<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beef jerky and lunch meats<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vegetables and berries can also be considered \u2018no-carb\u2019 or low-carbohydrate snacks. Their carbohydrate content is so low that it is negligible.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can use vegetables to make wraps or healthy smoothies or simply eat them raw. 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