Why Vegetables Work for Weight Loss

Vegetables are nutritional powerhouses that provide essential nutrients with minimal calories, making them perfect for Weight Loss.

Best Vegetables for Weight Loss

Score: 94/100

Cabbage (Green, Raw)

Good for Weight Loss

22 Calories
1.1g Protein
5.2g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 94/100

Oyster Mushrooms

Good for Weight Loss

28 Calories
2.8g Protein
5.2g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 93/100

Cauliflower (Raw)

Good for Weight Loss

27 Calories
2.0g Protein
5.3g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 92/100

Yellow Bell Peppers (Raw)

Good for Weight Loss

50 Calories
1.5g Protein
11.8g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 91/100

Kohlrabi (Raw)

Good for Weight Loss

36 Calories
2.3g Protein
8.4g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 91/100

Swiss Chard (Cooked)

Good for Weight Loss

35 Calories
3.3g Protein
7.2g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 90/100

Spinach

Good for Weight Loss

23 Calories
2.9g Protein
3.6g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 87/100

Kelp

Good for Weight Loss

4 Calories
0.0g Protein
0.0g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 87/100

Wakame Seaweed

Good for Weight Loss

18 Calories
1.2g Protein
3.8g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 86/100

Sauerkraut

Good for Weight Loss

27 Calories
1.3g Protein
6.1g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 85/100

Broccoli

Good for Weight Loss

34 Calories
2.8g Protein
6.6g Carbs
0.4g Fat
Score: 85/100

Brussels Sprouts

Good for Weight Loss

43 Calories
3.4g Protein
9.0g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 85/100

Red Bell Peppers

Good for Weight Loss

46 Calories
0.0g Protein
9.0g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 82/100

Artichokes (Globe)

Good for Weight Loss

64 Calories
3.5g Protein
14.3g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 82/100

Asparagus (Cooked)

Good for Weight Loss

40 Calories
4.3g Protein
7.4g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 80/100

Kimchi

Good for Weight Loss

23 Calories
1.7g Protein
3.6g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 80/100

Shiitake Mushrooms

Good for Weight Loss

34 Calories
2.2g Protein
6.8g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 75/100

Kale

Good for Weight Loss

35 Calories
4.3g Protein
8.8g Carbs
0.9g Fat
Score: 50/100

Beets (Beetroot)

Good for Weight Loss

59 Calories
0.0g Protein
13.0g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 50/100

Chlorella

Good for Weight Loss

12 Calories
1.8g Protein
0.0g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 50/100

Dulse

Good for Weight Loss

12 Calories
0.5g Protein
0.0g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 50/100

Nori (Seaweed)

Good for Weight Loss

35 Calories
5.8g Protein
5.1g Carbs
0.0g Fat
Score: 50/100

Spirulina

Good for Weight Loss

20 Calories
4.0g Protein
1.7g Carbs
0.5g Fat
Score: 50/100

Sweet Potato

Good for Weight Loss

86 Calories
1.6g Protein
20.1g Carbs
0.1g Fat
Score: 50/100

Wheatgrass

Good for Weight Loss

11 Calories
0.8g Protein
0.0g Carbs
0.0g Fat

Key Benefits of Vegetables for Weight Loss

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Nutrient Dense

Vegetables pack maximum nutrition with minimal calories.

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Protective Compounds

Rich in phytonutrients that support immune function and cellular health.

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Fiber Rich

Excellent source of fiber for digestive health and satiety.

💡 Practical Tips for Vegetables

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Eat the Rainbow

Different colors provide different nutrients and antioxidants.

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Cook Smart

Some nutrients increase with cooking (like lycopene in tomatoes).

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Prep Ahead

Wash and chop vegetables in advance for easier weekday meals.

Nutrition Comparison

Compare nutrition values per 100g serving:

Food Score Calories Protein Carbs Fat Fiber
Cabbage (Green, Raw) 94/100 22 1.1g 5.2g 0.0g 2.2g
Oyster Mushrooms 94/100 28 2.8g 5.2g 0.0g 2.0g
Cauliflower (Raw) 93/100 27 2.0g 5.3g 0.0g 2.5g
Yellow Bell Peppers (Raw) 92/100 50 1.5g 11.8g 0.0g 1.7g
Kohlrabi (Raw) 91/100 36 2.3g 8.4g 0.0g 4.9g
Swiss Chard (Cooked) 91/100 35 3.3g 7.2g 0.0g 3.7g
Spinach 90/100 23 2.9g 3.6g 0.0g 2.2g
Kelp 87/100 4 0.0g 0.0g 0.0g 0.0g
Wakame Seaweed 87/100 18 1.2g 3.8g 0.0g 0.4g
Sauerkraut 86/100 27 1.3g 6.1g 0.0g 4.1g
Broccoli 85/100 34 2.8g 6.6g 0.4g 2.6g
Brussels Sprouts 85/100 43 3.4g 9.0g 0.0g 3.8g
Red Bell Peppers 85/100 46 0.0g 9.0g 0.0g 3.1g
Artichokes (Globe) 82/100 64 3.5g 14.3g 0.0g 6.9g
Asparagus (Cooked) 82/100 40 4.3g 7.4g 0.0g 2.8g
Kimchi 80/100 23 1.7g 3.6g 0.0g 2.4g
Shiitake Mushrooms 80/100 34 2.2g 6.8g 0.0g 2.5g
Kale 75/100 35 4.3g 8.8g 0.9g 3.6g
Beets (Beetroot) 50/100 59 0.0g 13.0g 0.0g 2.8g
Chlorella 50/100 12 1.8g 0.0g 0.0g 0.0g
Dulse 50/100 12 0.5g 0.0g 0.0g 0.0g
Nori (Seaweed) 50/100 35 5.8g 5.1g 0.0g 0.3g
Spirulina 50/100 20 4.0g 1.7g 0.5g 0.0g
Sweet Potato 50/100 86 1.6g 20.1g 0.1g 3.0g
Wheatgrass 50/100 11 0.8g 0.0g 0.0g 0.0g

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