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10 Fat-Burning Foods That Can Help You Lose 15 Pounds by Summer

One expert reveals her go-to foods for dropping weight fast.

Do you want to drop weight before summer, but aren't sure what to eat? One expert is revealing her shopping list for fat loss. Kassie Magnusen is a weight loss and nutrition coach who helps "busy mamas drop fat & get the sculpted body they've always wanted," she writes in her Instagram bio. In a new post, she unveils her own grocery list. "If I wanted to lose 15 pounds by summer, these 10 foods would be in my order every week," she writes. "Fat loss starts in the kitchen—and if I wanted to drop 15 pounds by summer, these are the 10 foods I'd be buying every single week:

​Eggs & Liquid Egg Whites

The first item she throws in her cart? Eggs and liquid egg whites. "Protein-packed, easy for quick meals, & keeps you full," she says.

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​Lean Protein

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The second item on her list is lean protein. A few of her go-tos are chicken, turkey, and salmon. "More muscle = higher metabolism, so protein is key," she syas.

​Greek Yogurt

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Greek yogurt is another no-brainer for fat loss. She opts for plain, 0% or Oikos Triple Zero flavored. "Great for digestion, high in protein, and a perfect snack," she says.

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​Lean Ground Beef

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She also stocks up on lean ground beef. "93/7 or Lean Steak Cuts," she writes. What is good about ground meat? "Iron, protein, and keeps meals satisfying," she says.

​Sweet Potatoes

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Moving on to veggies, the first on her list is a starch. She always buys sweet potatoes over white. "Slow-digesting carb that fuels workouts & keeps cravings low," she says.

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​Dark Leafy Greens

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Dark leafy greens – specifically spinach, kale, and arugula – are also mainstays on her grocery list when she wants to slim down. "High in fiber = better digestion & less bloating," she says.

​Berries

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Craving something sweet? Make sure to stock up on berries. Strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries are her favorites. "Low in sugar, high in fiber, and packed with antioxidants," she says.

​Avocados

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Another must-shop at the grocery store? Avocados. "Healthy fats that support hormones & keep you full longer," she says.

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​Natural Peanut Butter or Peanut Butter Powder

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Natural peanut butter or peanut butter powder is delicious and will fill you up. "Easy way to get protein + healthy fats without the sugar overload," she says.

​Chocolate Chips

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Another sweet treat she allows herself to indulge in? Chocolate chips. "Small amount added to healthy desserts that you can make with protein powder. Keeps my sweet cravings in check and gives me a treat every single day so I don't feel deprived," she says.

​Eat These Foods and Stay in Moderate Calorie Deficit

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"Eat these foods while in a moderate calorie deficit with high protein, plus balanced carbs and healthy fats," she writes. "Fat loss isn't about cutting foods—it's about eating the right balance to fuel your body & keep your metabolism working for you." And if you enjoyed this article, don't miss these 8 High-Protein Foods with Nearly Zero Calories That Melt Fat.

Leah Groth
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