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Tuesday 2 April 2013

EAT CLEAN - Speed Metabolism Foods

Top 10 foods to rev up your metabolism


  1. Water  - helps to hydrate and move nutrients through your body
  2. Lean Protein - less likely to be stored as fat, satisfying and keeps your body burning at a higher speed - try eggs, poultry, fish, bison
  3. Fiber - complex carbs like oatmeal, bran, flaxseed, chia seed - makes you feel full and stabilizes blood sugar
  4. Black Coffee & Green Tea - one cup in the morning Revs the bod
  5. Spices - Capsaicin found in Jalapeño and Cayenne Pepper - their thermogenic properties do the revving!
  6. Healthy Fats - Mono fats  (Olive Oil) reduce cholesterol and help control diabetes and Polyunsaturated (Omega 3 - fish & nuts) reduce triglycerides and inflammation
  7. Tomatoes - contain natural acids that flush your system and boost your metabolism
  8. Low-Fat plain yogurt - probiotics help in digestion and yogurt helps control fat storage
  9. Garlic and Onions - they act as diuretics and aid in breaking down fat
  10. Greens - so many benefits - just eat lots!!!!

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