Soup is always a good choice when you’re trying to lose weight because more often than not, a soup is high in vegetables, protein, vitamins and minerals, and quite low in carbs - especially if you make your own from scratch rather than use mixes or cans.
But, it is important to keep in mind that some soup recipes are not as good for you as others. You must pay attention to what you are putting into your soup because some ingredients can hinder your weight loss plans.
You should avoid making creamy soup recipes too often if you are trying to lose weight, because adding cream to your soup increases the amount of fat and sugars you take in. If you are making a creamy soup, the worst ingredient you can use is heavy cream.
Heavy cream is made using the parts of milk that contain the most fat. This is what gives the cream its rich, heavy texture and why it is a good thickening ingredient. It is 35-40% fat, so even though it makes your soup taste better, it isn’t the best option when you are on a diet.
Next time your recipe calls for heavy cream, opt for half-and-half or light cream instead as these dairy products are lower-fat alternatives. You can also just use plain milk and add in some cornstarch to make your soup thicker, skipping cream altogether.