4 Best Foods to Eat Daily to Lose 10 Pounds by Easter, According to a Coach

Are you unsure what you should be eating to lose weight? One expert has the answer. Brittney Blanco is a Macros Nutrition Coach and social media influencer who regularly shares her creative weight loss meal recipes with her followers. "If you want to lose 5 to 10 pounds by Easter, these are the foods I would eat daily," she writes.

According to Brittney, she understands the ratio of what you should be eating to lose weight. "Want more energy, muscle, and balanced hormones? It all starts with your plate! Here's how to fuel up the right way," she says.

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First, prioritize protein. "Protein keeps you full, builds muscle, and boosts metabolism. Aim for 0.8-1g per pound of body weight (or at least 100g daily)" she writes. The best sources? Eggs, turkey, chicken, steak, salmon, yogurt, cottage cheese, whey, and tuna. Why? "Helps burn fat, maintain muscle, and curb cravings!" she says.

Next, eat more fiber, mostly veggies and fruit. "Fiber supports digestion, gut health, and blood sugar balance. Aim for 25g daily," she says. The veggies she recommends are broccoli, green beans, kale, asparagus, and zucchini, and fruits, berries, banana, mango, kiwi, and oranges. Why? "Keeps you full and supports a healthy gut!"

Next up carbs, which equal energy. "Carbs fuel your body and workouts. Choose quality sources," she writes. Best options: Potatoes, quinoa, farro, bulgur, rice. Why? "Prevents energy crashes and supports muscle recovery," she writes.

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Amp up your healthy fats intake for hormone balance. "Fats help with hormones, brain health, and nutrient absorption," she says. Best sources: Egg yolks, avocado, cheese, olive oil, chia seeds, almonds, nut butters. Why? "Supports metabolism, mood, and glowing skin!" she writes.

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Using these sources, build a balanced plate. "Keep it simple," she urges. Why? "Provides balanced nutrition, steady energy, and prevents cravings!" Here is the plate she recommends.

¼ plate protein 🥩

¼ plate carbs 🍚

Thumb-size healthy fats 🥑

½ plate veggies 🥦

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