Eating More Veggies Can Help You Lose Weight — Here's How Much You Need Per Day

Be sure to eat a mix of cooked and raw veggies. You can add spinach to your breakfast smoothie, munch on a big kale salad with roasted butternut squash for lunch, have veggies with hummus for a snack, and enjoy roasted broccoli and cauliflower with dinner. Aim for at least five different-colored fruits and veggies per day for optimal antioxidant intake.

Eating veggies throughout the day will help you stay full and satisfied, so you won't feel hungry but will still lose weight. "Also, don't just think about weight loss, but also all the antioxidants you are eating!" Leslie said.

Here are some creative ways to eat more veggies. If you prep them ahead of time, it'll be much easier to ensure you get your fill!