That said — this is a light, filling, and very popular option:
🥬 Slimming Cabbage Soup (Low-Calorie & Filling)
🛒 Ingredients
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1 small head cabbage, chopped
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1 onion, chopped
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2 carrots, sliced
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2 celery stalks, chopped
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1 bell pepper, chopped
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2–3 garlic cloves, minced
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1 can diced tomatoes (optional)
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5–6 cups vegetable or chicken broth
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1 tsp olive oil (optional)
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Salt, black pepper
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1 tsp dried oregano or thyme
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Pinch chili flakes (optional – may slightly boost metabolism)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ In a large pot, sauté onion and garlic in olive oil for 2–3 minutes.
2️⃣ Add carrots, celery, and bell pepper. Cook 3–4 minutes.
3️⃣ Add cabbage, tomatoes, broth, and seasonings.
4️⃣ Bring to a boil, then simmer for 20–30 minutes until vegetables are tender.
That’s it!
🥗 Why It Helps With Weight Loss
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Very low in calories
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High in fiber (keeps you full)
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High water content
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Reduces overeating
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Easy to batch cook
🔥 For Better Results
Instead of extreme “7-day cabbage diets,” try:
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Eating this as lunch or dinner
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Adding lean protein (chicken, beans, tofu) to prevent muscle loss
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Walking 20–30 minutes daily
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Drinking enough water
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Sleeping 7–8 hours
Sustainable weight loss is about consistency, not crash dieting.