4 healthy high calorie foods that are actually good for weight loss

Add these foods to your diet to catch up on the daily requirement of your calories in a healthy way.

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Written By: Shriya Sinha | Published : February 19, 2019, 2:54 PM

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Good Calorie Food

Calories make up for the energy you spend daily in performing basic daily functions to a high intensity workout. Therefore, it is important to consume foods that are source of healthy and not empty calories. It is difficult to not give into temptations every now and then and this is exactly where high calorie healthy foods play an important role. These foods are not only packed with calories but also are a good source of important nutrients that help to keep various diseases at bay. Here we list down the high calorie healthy foods for you.

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Avocado

Avocado: This green fruit that you see on so many trending instagram posts is for a reason. It is super tasty, and a high calorie nutrition magic fruit. Avocado is packed with monounsaturated fat which makes it a high calorie fruit. Besides it is a rich source of copper, folate, fibre, and vitamin K. The fat present in this magical fruit is a nutrient-booster which enables the body to absorb fat-soluble nutrients from other fruits such as vitamin A, D, E, and K.  Also Read - Getting vaginal infections every period? Expert says these hygiene mistakes could be the cause

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Chia-seeds

Chia seeds can help you manage your cholesterol levels. © Shutterstock

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Nuts And Nut Butter

Nuts: Nut and nut butter are health promoting foods as they are super rich in protein, fibre, and healthy fats, along with vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients. Nuts contain mono and polyunsaturated fats which lower the risk of cardiovascular disease. They cause a satiating effect unlike unhealthy nutrient less foods like chips and cookies.  Also Read - Tea vs coffee vs green tea: Which drink is best for metabolism and everyday wellness?

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Olive-oil-

Olive Oil: An extremely excellent source of monounsaturated fats which helps to lower the risk of heart disease. The oil contains the goodness of omega-6, omega-3, vitamin E, and K. It helps to improve brain function and helps in weight management. All you need to take care of is the olive oil should be a 100 per cent extra virgin olive oil and not a diluted cheaper version.

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