A healthy nutrition plan is essential to achieve fat loss results. If you are looking to support normal appetite levels, reduce your hunger and slay away your cravings, look no further than the natural appetite suppressants on this list.

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Many of the suppressants on this list are foods. It’s important to remember never to trim all of the fat from your diet; there are certain high-fat foods that are actually healthy for you. Foods high in water content, such as cucumbers and celery, are also great options because water makes you feel fuller for longer.  Also, protein, apple cider vinegar and coffee are suggested.

The foods below have been shown to increase feelings of fullness, curb hunger and reduce cravings.

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It has been shown that adding almonds to your diet not only helps suppress your appetite but it may help keep your body percentage low. They are rich in vitamin E, magnesium and other antioxidants that have been proven to assist with weight management and increase the feeling of fullness.

If you want to stay fuller for longer, eat an apple. Studies have shown that apples lead to a greater reduction in hunger. They are rich in fiber and help balance your blood sugar, ultimately preventing you from eating unhealthy foods and making your feelings of fullness last longer.

Although they are high in fat, they are a healthy high-fat food that you should be eating. They are a great source of fiber and potassium. Avocados also contain oleic acid – a monounsaturated omega-9 fatty acid that sends your brain the message that your stomach is full.

Research has shown that whey protein is great for individuals trying to lose weight because it helps decrease hunger and manage blood glucose levels. The study showed that consuming whey protein 30 minutes before lunch helped suppress appetite and also decrease the amount of calories consumed. Try the Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey; it’s one of the best-selling protein powders in the world.

Water is one of the most powerful appetite suppressants. Research has shown that drinking a glass of water before a meal will lead to less consumption of food. Also, if you drink water when you start feeling hungry it will help suppress you appetite, because water makes your stomach feel full.

According to Dr. Mercola, “certain herbs and spices can help you maintain a healthy body weight by increasing your metabolism, shrinking fat tissue and suppressing your appetite.” Some of these spices include cayenne pepper, cinnamon, ginseng and turmeric. Visit Spiceologist for a variety of herbs and spices to choose from.

Salmon contains omega 3 fatty acids and leptin – an appetite suppressant that is produced in the fat cells and released in the brain, according to Montereydiet. It gives the feeling of satisfaction. While omega 3 is known to help reduce your body’s cravings for food, therefore making you feel full.

Coffee contains caffeine, and caffeine has been shown to boost weight loss and even prevent weight gain. According to Mayo Clinic, caffeine is appetite suppression; it may reduce your desire to eat for a short time. It may also stimulate thermogenesis, which may help you burn extra calories throughout the day.

Start your day with oatmeal; it has been shown to suppress your appetite because it contains the soluble fiber, beta-glucans and it doesn’t cause your blood sugar to spike. Tip: Add fruit, nuts and seeds to make it more filling.

Just drink some mint tea or burn a candle with a minty smell to quickly suppress your appetite. Research has shown that individuals who inhaled the peppermint scent every two hours reported feeling less hungry and ate fewer calories than normal.

Apple cider vinegar helps with proper protein digestion; it suppresses your appetite and makes you feel fuller for longer. It also enhances digestion and reduces the amount of time fat remains in the digestive tract, according to VegKitchen.