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Hot Chocolate for Weight Loss? One Health Coach Says Yes!
In the world of weight loss, many people believe that giving up sweet treats is the only way to achieve their goals. However, one health coach is challenging this assumption by claiming that hot chocolate can actually help you lose weight. Steve Bennett, a health coach, told The Sun that one cup per day could aid in weight loss because it’s packed with fiber, which keeps you feeling fuller for longer.
Cocoa powder, the main ingredient in hot chocolate, is high in fiber. By having more fiber in your diet, you eat less and feel fuller for longer periods of time. This can be especially helpful when trying to stick to a clean diet.
But there’s a catch: it has to be unsweetened. To make his own homemade beverage, Bennett concocts a simple health version using 200 milliliters (about 3/4 cup) of warm milk, two tablespoons of cocoa powder, and two teaspoons of stevia, a zero-calorie sweetener. This way, he avoids the sugar-loaded store-bought hot cocoa found on grocery store shelves.
“Diets are all based on giving things up,” Bennett said. “If you put the fiber first you can eat whatever you like afterwards but you will end up eating less because you feel fuller.”
Fiber not only helps regulate the body’s digestive system by promoting good bacteria to thrive and adequate water absorption for a healthy bowel but also reduces blood sugar spikes after eating carbohydrates loaded meals and potentially plays a role in reducing the risk of colorectal cancer. But it’s important to note that too much fiber can result in gastrointestinal distress if not consumed properly with enough water intake. So don’t overdo it!
If hot chocolate isn’t your thing or if you prefer other foods rich in fiber such as berries, beans, nuts
