Are you trying to lose your post pregnancy weight by eating healthy foods, but are finding that you are struggling to lose the weight? Do you also find that you are starving all the time? Eating the right foods is an important part of being successful in your post pregnancy weight loss. You want to eat healthy, of course, but you also want to eat foods that will help to keep you feeling full longer. That is the best way to avoid over-eating. Without further ado, let’s talk about some high-fiber foods that you can incorporate into your regular diet to shed those nasty pregnancy pounds.

Raspberries

These scrumptious little red morsels are not only antioxidant rich and low in calories, but they are also rich in fiber. They contain 8 grams in 1 cup.

Blackberries

Just like raspberries, blackberries are another one of those high-fiber foods that are “fiber packed”, as well as rich in antioxidants. They are also lower in calories and contain several vitamins and minerals. There are 8 grams of fiber in 1 cup.

Lentils

Not only are these little legumes an excellent source of fiber, but they are also a great source of protein which also helps to keep you feeling full longer. They are also lower in calories which is perfect for post pregnancy weight loss. One cup of lentils (cooked) has 15 grams of fiber.

Check these lentil recipes out if you are new to trying lentils, and not sure what to do with them!

Black Beans

These heart healthy little black legumes make the high-fiber foods list as they contain 15 grams of fiber in 1 cup (cooked). They are also rich in antioxidants, while being low in calories and higher in protein. Perfect for a healthy diet.

Kidney Beans

Yet another legume that provides a great punch of fiber and protein to promote satiety for you, which will also help to promote post pregnancy weight loss. These nutrient rich beans are also low in calories which, of course, will aid in weight loss as well. They have 12 grams of fiber per 1 cup.

Avocados

Avocados are one of those high-fiber foods that many people may question because of their high fat content, but the fats they contain are the healthy kinds (monounsaturated and polyunsaturated). One avocado has 10 grams of fiber.

Edamame

Also known as soybeans, edamame gives you a fiber punch as well as a high amount of protein. Edamame is also rich in nutrients and antioxidants, while being low in calories and fat, which of course, makes it great for post pregnancy weight loss. A half cup of edamame contains approximately 9 grams of fiber.

Green Peas

Not only are green peas loaded with nutrients and antioxidants, but they are also another of the high-fiber foods that are low in calories and have a good amount of protein in them. This makes them great for helping with post pregnancy weight loss. One cup of green peas (cooked) contains 8 grams of fiber.

Whole Wheat Pasta

Eaten in moderation, whole wheat pasta is good to eat with its high amount of fiber and low fat content. Be careful with your portion size though; you don’t need all that much to fill you up. One serving (which is 1 cup) has, on average, 6 grams of fiber.

Pears

With their skins intact, pears make the high-fiber foods list with 5.5 grams in 1 medium pear. The skin also contains much of the antioxidant content in pears. So, a pear makes a great snack to help with post pregnancy weight loss.

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Here are some added tips on fiber:

• When increasing your intake of fiber, begin by adding it at a gradual pace so that your gastrointestinal tract has time to adjust.
• Increase your water intake when “upping” your fiber, otherwise constipation can occur.
• More fiber in your diet may help to prevent colon cancer.
• Fiber helps to keep you feeling full longer, which can aid in weight loss.
• Increase fiber in your diet by choosing whole grains rather than refined grains.
• Fiber can help to lower blood sugar.
• Women should be getting 25 to 30 grams of fiber per day.

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Now, of course there are more high-fiber foods out there, but these ten were among the highest. Combine them with other nutritious foods and a regular exercise routine and you will see success in your post pregnancy weight loss. Don’t forget to be patient with yourself and give your weight some time to come off. The healthiest way for your weight to come off is in a gradual way.