Question:

I'm 21 years old and am on the Optislim diet following the advice of my doctor. I can have 100g of fruit a day and a minimum of two cups of vegies. I can sit here all day long munching on cucumber and green beans but I'm still starving. I drink tonnes of water (at least 2.5 to 3.5 litres) a day and still it's not helping. Are there any vegies that can help me fill up more?

Response:

Eating foods that are higher in protein or fibre, that are digested slower and help keep blood sugar levels balanced, will give you more of a feeling of satiety or fullness. Vegetables that are high in protein include legumes (eg: lentils, chickpeas, broadbeans, lima), peas and beans. Non-starchy vegetables and fruits that are high in dietary fibre include beans, broccoli, brussels sprouts, cabbage, eggplant, mushrooms, spinach, avocado, apples, banana, kiwifruit, berries and pears

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