Ayesha Begum Ayesha Begum Asked 9 months ago

Are dill pickles good for weight loss?

I'm trying to lose some weight before my sister's wedding. I often crave something tangy and salty. Can someone tell me if dill pickles are a good snack option for weight loss?

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Rohan Mehta Rohan Mehta Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago
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They are literally a cheat code for dieting because they have almost zero calories. Whenever I get late-night cravings during my cutting phase, I just eat a couple of pickles to keep my mouth busy without adding fat.

Kriti Joshi Kriti Joshi Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

They are super low-calorie, but I always worry if the high salt is going to bloat my face and stomach. Don't worry, they won't make you gain real fat, but just drink plenty of water to flush out the excess sodium.

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Satish Kumar Satish Kumar Joined Feb 2026 9 months ago

While they are very low in calories, they contain a massive amount of sodium. Since I have high BP, my doctor warned me that too much salt can cause water retention and raise blood pressure. Focus on fresh veggies instead.

Siddharth Sen Siddharth Sen Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

They can definitely help when you want a crunchy snack without the calories, so don't worry. Just don't rely only on pickles to lose weight. Keep your meals balanced, sleep well, and the results will follow naturally.

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Aman Verma Aman Verma Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Haan bilkul, calories toh isme hoti hi nahi hain toh weight loss ke liye mast snack hai. Bas market se lene se pehle label check kar lena ki usme alag se sugar na dali ho, haina?

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