These Are the 8 Best Fall Superfoods For Weight Loss

Updated on 9/20/2019 at 12:15 PM

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The best part of the changing seasons? Arguably, it's the food. Comforting foods don't have to be unhealthy, either! Roasted sweet potatoes, cinnamon pumpkin seeds, and savory roasted brussels sprouts all have something in common: they're Fall's best superfoods for weight loss.

Indulging in some of the best flavors of the season doesn't have to get in the way of your weight-loss goals. In fact, in this case, these foods actually help. So let's dig in.

— Additional reporting by Susi May

Brussels Sprouts

Packed with fiber and a touch of satiating protein, nutrient-dense brussels sprouts also offer a bounty of antioxidants. We like to turn the leaves into a crunchy snack using this recipe for crispy, good-for-you chips.

Sweet Potatoes

While curbing your appetite and helping your body digest with a healthy dose fiber, sweet potatoes can help you lose weight — they might even help regulate blood sugar. And this versatile tuber can be featured in dishes both savory and sweet — here are 20 sweet potato recipes to try.

Cinnamon

Less a "food" but still quite super, this superspice has been found to regulate blood sugar and may help fight inflammation. And it's just downright delicious. Add the sweet flavor of cinnamon to fiber-rich and filling chickpeas for a honey-roasted treat.

Cauliflower

This low-carb, high-fiber, omega-3-packed superfood can help you lose weight in a variety of delicious low-cal, seasonal dishes. But this cauliflower pizza crust recipe works all year round.

Pumpkin Seeds

Nutrient-dense pumpkin seeds are a weight-loss booster and all-around superfood. High in protein and fiber, rich in omega-3s, and loaded with tryptophan to reduce stress and aid in sleep, you'll want to make a batch of these all Fall long. Make sure to save the innards of your jack-o'-lantern and roast your own.

Spaghetti Squash

This low-calorie, low-carb alternative to pasta is delicious and versatile — perfect for your weight-loss meals. Cut carbs and bring the flavor with this spaghetti squash Alfredo recipe. Trust us: you will not miss the noodles.

Maple Syrup

If you're at all familiar with the FODMAPS diet, you know that maple syrup is a go-to sweetener, as it causes less bloating and digestive problems compared to other sweeteners. And unlike sugar, it contains some healthful minerals, like zinc and manganese. Plus, it is lower than sugar on the glycemic scale, by nine points, so it raises blood sugar at a slower rate than white sugar.

Pomegranate

As you may have gathered, high fiber is essential for sustainable weight loss. These kernels are packed with digestion-aiding fiber, as well as cancer-fighting antioxidants. Pomegranate seeds make for a colorful salad topping, so toss some on your greens.