Rahul Kumar Rahul Kumar Asked 7 months ago

Are pretzels good for weight loss?

Trying to cut down on unhealthy snacks like chips and replace them with something better for weight loss. Pretzels seem like a lighter option. Are they actually good for shedding some extra kilos?

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Jaspreet Kaur Jaspreet Kaur Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago
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Honestly, I'm too tired to even think about diet snacks, but pretzels never worked for my weight loss. They are so salty that they just make me thirsty and bloated. Plus, you end up eating the whole packet because they don't fill you up at all!

Pooja Sharma Pooja Sharma Joined Jan 2026 7 months ago

They might look like a great low-fat diet snack, but they are made of refined flour which isn't ideal for weight loss. Try switching to roasted makhana instead, it is much healthier and super crunchy!

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Ramesh Chandra Ramesh Chandra Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

If you look at the price and health benefits, pretzels are not very practical for daily weight loss snacks. A simple bowl of puffed rice (murmura) with roasted peanuts is much cheaper, filling, and healthier for everyday eating.

Gurpreet Singh Gurpreet Singh Joined May 2026 6 months ago

They are okay in very small portions, but they lack fiber to keep you full. Opting for roasted chana or whole wheat snacks might support your weight loss journey better.

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Karan Malhotra Karan Malhotra Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Hey, don't stress too much about cutting out everything you like. Pretzels aren't the absolute best because they are just maida, but having a few won't ruin your progress. Just enjoy them occasionally and keep moving!

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