Priyanka Jain Priyanka Jain Asked 5 months ago

Do salads help with weight loss?

I'm trying to lose some weight and have started eating more salads. Do salads really help effectively with weight loss, or do I need to do more? I want to make sure I'm on the right track.

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Kabir Mehta Kabir Mehta Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago
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Honestly, they do, but only if you dont drown them in high-calorie mayonnaise and creamy dressings. I tried eating salads for a month in my hostel but ended up putting on weight because of those ready-made sauces. Stick to simple lemon and olive oil dressing.

Pooja Chawla Pooja Chawla Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Yes, they absolutely do! Salads are amazing for weight loss because they keep you full for longer with all that fiber. Just make sure to add some paneer or boiled chana to make it super yummy and healthy.

Sanjay Rawat Sanjay Rawat Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

Look, plain grass-phoos won't magically melt your fat. If you eat a salad but then eat a heavy paratha for dinner, it's useless. Use salads as a replacement for your heavy fried snacks, that's where the real benefit is.

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Shreya Iyer Shreya Iyer Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

Salads are excellent for volume eating due to high water and fiber content, but weight loss ultimately depends on a sustained caloric deficit. For a tailored diet plan that suits your specific body chemistry, consulting a clinical nutritionist is always the best approach.

Rajesh Nair Rajesh Nair Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

I lost 12 kgs last year, and salads were a big part of my journey. But don't make the mistake of eating only raw vegetables, as it can cause bloating and gas. Balance it out with cooked vegetables and proper protein sources like sprouts or chicken.

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Amit Saxena Amit Saxena Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

They help because they are low-calorie dense, meaning you can eat a big portion without overloading on calories. Just pair your salad with a good workout routine and track your daily protein intake. It's all about consistency in the gym and the kitchen.

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