Food you are going to eat in 2019

Foods that will succeed in 2019

More and more evidence indicates that to lose kilos you do not have to count calories, but rather choose to consume lighter and more natural foods. And those characteristics are what these foods that you are going to consume in 2019 meet. Do you fancy them?

Vegetable yogurts

With less fat and sugar, vegetable yogurts are on trend. They combine fruits and vegetables to make them more palatable. For example, beets and raspberries, carrots and strawberries …

New dairy. In addition, we will see new types of milk and yoghurt based on nuts, peas and other legumes, which will expand the range of vegan desserts.

Legume snacks

Adding a snack to the 3 daily meals in the middle of the morning or mid-afternoon –or before (or after) exercising– has become a healthy habit if you know how to choose the appropriate snack.

Acceptable whim. Chickpea, quinoa or lentil snacks will triumph as an alternative to caloric potato chips. And if you want, here are more ideas to eat more legumes.

Hot spices: harissa

Harissa is a North African sauce made with a mixture of hot chili peppers, caraway, garlic and crushed coriander, which is marinated for hours in olive oil, and is used to accompany meals and stews.

Benefits. In addition to giving a spicy flavor to dishes such as couscous or tajine, it is thermogenic, so it will help you burn more calories. Discover other spices with a fat burning effect.

Matcha tea to burn calories

One cup of matcha tea equals 10 of green tea, as it contains 137 times more antioxidants.

How it works. By drinking matcha tea, metabolism is accelerated and fat burning is favored, because it increases the body's energy consumption. It also helps prevent sweet cravings by regulating blood sugar levels.

Hemp and vegetable protein

The "cruelty free", which condemns animal suffering, together with the evidence that proteins of animal origin (red meat, sausages) have a negative influence on health, has made more and more people bet on vegetable proteins such as example, hemp seeds.

Properties of hemp seeds. They are very rich in proteins, vitamins, essential fatty acids and fiber. They can be taken peeled and added to salads, sauces and soups.

Moringa

Moringa, also called the tree of life, is a medicinal plant that contains antioxidant substances and glucosinolates, which contribute to the burning of calories. Its B group vitamins help the body transform food into energy without storing fat, facilitating weight loss.

How to take it. You can add half a teaspoon of its powder over juices, or salads.

Green banana flour

The green banana contains a more resistant starch than that of the ripe banana, which is not absorbed and, therefore, helps control glucose, maintain weight and lower cholesterol levels.

Make the most of it. You can use their flour as a substitute for wheat.

Maqui berries

It is a purple berry that stands out for the presence of a wide range of powerful antioxidants and contains more anthocyanidins and polyphenols than any other food.

Glucose control. According to research from the University of Texas and a Japanese study, they have a positive effect on reducing weight and controlling blood glucose levels. In addition, it helps reduce LDL or "bad cholesterol" levels. They can be consumed as fruit or in juice. They are also used to prepare jams.

Chaga mushroom, the new Shiitake

Also known as charcoal nose, chaga is a fungus that grows on the trunks of white birch trees and other trees. It stands out because it protects the immune system, helps fight cancer, and has a lowering effect on glucose and cholesterol.

Is it sold fresh? No, you can find it in powder form as a supplement or as an infusion.

How about? Will you add these foods to your 2019 menus?