Karanjeet Singh Karanjeet Singh Asked 8 months ago

Are bagels good for weight loss?

Starting at the gym has made me want to clean up my diet to lose weight. I like bagels, especially in the morning. Are they actually a good food to include if I'm trying to lose weight?

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Rohan Dev Rohan Dev Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago
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Not really, they are very calorie-dense and lack protein. If you do eat one, make sure to balance it with a long walk or some resistance training later, assuming your doctor clears you for exercise.

Sandeep Verma Sandeep Verma Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

They are not suitable for weight loss. My physician explained that a single bagel can pack over 300 calories with almost no fiber, leading to quick fat storage. It's best to stick to low glycemic foods.

Riya Sen Riya Sen Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

I am just starting my fitness journey and learning about diets. Are whole wheat bagels also bad, or are they a slightly better option for breakfast?

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Neha Kapoor Neha Kapoor Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

I totally get it, sometimes we just want a comforting breakfast when dieting is getting hard. But sadly, bagels will make you feel hungry again very quickly. Hang in there, you can find better options!

Kabir Mehta Kabir Mehta Joined May 2026 6 months ago

Nah bro, bagels are basically giant carb-loaded donuts without the frosting. If you're trying to cut down, skip them and go for boiled eggs or sprouts instead.

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Amit Patel Amit Patel Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

No, bagels are generally not good for weight loss because they are very high in calories and refined carbohydrates.

Smita Deshmukh Smita Deshmukh Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

Nahi re, bagels are made of maida mostly, so they are not good for weight loss, ho na. Weight loss ke liye simple homemade wheat roti ya oats try karo, much better option hai.

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