Is chicken soup good for weight loss?
Yes. It is one of the better picks. One serving (1 bowl) has 105 kcal and 12 g protein.
105kcal
12 gprotein
3 gcarbs
5 gfat
Why
- 11.7 g protein per 100 kcal (high; chicken breast is about 22, plain rice about 2).
- 105 kcal a serving is 6% of a 1,800 kcal fat-loss day, and 12 g is 10% of 120 g protein.
The portion to aim for
2 bowls keeps it to 210 kcal with 25 g protein.
| Portion | kcal | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bowl | 105 | 12 g |
| 2 bowls | 210 | 25 g |
Pair it with
- Whey shake (with water)120 kcal · 24 g protein · 1 scoop
- Grilled chicken breast225 kcal · 35 g protein · 150 g cooked
- Chicken tikka243 kcal · 35 g protein · 6 pieces · 150 g