13 Healthy Lentil Recipes to Beat Bloat and Lose Weight It's been said by many a nutritionist and dietitian that adding fiber to your diet can help you Lose weight. An easy way to add fiber? Start with lentils. **t only are they fiber-rich, but they're a soluble fiber, meaning they'll also lower your cholesterol and make you feel more full. Add these weight-loss wonders into your diet with delicious recipes, from "pasta" dishes with spaghetti squash to soups and even a vegan cookie dough freezer fudge (yes, seriously!). Related Stories: 3 Quick Recipes For Lentils