'I lost 6st 13lb by prioritising the right foods in my diet - two groups of nutrients were key'

Richa Gangani says her weight dropped from 15st 10lb to 8st 9lb after making a simple adjustment to her eating habits.

Incorporating protein into every meal proved a crucial strategy for her weight loss, as did increasing fibre intake.

Eating or drinking products high in protein helps lower body fat, keep lean muscle and feel fuller after meals, according to the Mayo Clinic.

YouTuber @TheMenopauseFatLossExpert shared her view on upping protein online, offering targets for every meal.

“Eat 30 to 40 grams of protein at breakfast, then eat 30 to 40 grams of protein at lunch, and eat 30 to 40 grams of protein for dinner,” she said.

“Stick with this for at least 30 days and you’ll notice you have more energy and less jiggle in your jeans.”

When aiming to lose weight, experts recommend prioritising lean sources of protein in the diet like chicken and turkey.

In a recent YouTube clip, Richa detailed what she eats in a day to help her shed more than six stone.

The clip shows a series of meals that limit carbohydrates but emphasise protein and other key nutrients.

For Richa, a snack typically consists of boiled egg whites and apples, or a green smoothie, according to the video.

The slimmer also loads up on nuts because of their protein content and their satiating effect on the body.

For lunch, Richa typically eats a portion of protein with mushrooms and wholegrain rice. She generally eats a similar meal for dinner with a fresh side of vegetables.

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The benefits of prioritising these two food groups for weight loss cannot be overstated. Both have unique effects on the body.

While making food swaps is helpful for weight loss, however, creating a healthy calorie deficit in your diet is important.

"Do at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity activity a week or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity activity a week," advises the NHS.

"Spread exercise evenly over four to five days a week, or every day and reduce time spent sitting or lying down."