Foods That Will Boost Your Metabolism

By Dora Hector


Some foods can help you lose weight or maintain your current weight by working to boost your metabolism. There are new diet plans popping up every day, but the only safe and effective way to lose weight and to keep it off is by exercising and eating right. The foods in this article will help boost your metabolism and give your diet the kick start it needs.

Spinach and Broccoli - Metabolism is simply the process through which the body converts fat into energy. The by-product of this process is normally heat and moisture among others. Spinach is known to increase metabolism. It is a great source of magnesium, iron, potassium, vitamin C and antioxidants. These nutrients can also contribute to a person's overall well being. Broccoli is also a good source of vitamin C, which helps the body to absorb calcium more efficiently. Nutritionists, and many other health experts, consider calcium a metabolic trigger. Therefore, the more you have in your body, the faster your metabolism will be.

Green Tea & Coffee - Green tea is a common ingredient in many diet pills because it contains EGCG or epigallocatechin gallate, which boosts metabolism by speeding up brain function and the nervous system. Adding a bit of cinnamon to the tea can lower your cholesterol and maintain sugar levels while improving the taste as well. Coffee contains caffeine, a stimulant which will force the body to increase metabolism to provide enough energy to keep you active through the day.

Jalapenos and Curry - Jalapenos contain capcaisin which is a compound known to increase heart rate and metabolism for several hours after being ingested. Curry and cayenne pepper have the same benefits and can boost taste along with metabolism.

Meals taken during the diet program should be well balanced. All proteins should be obtained from legumes such as beans, or white meats like tuna. Deep fried foods, processed foods and alcoholic drinks should be avoided completely or reduced. Stay away from products containing aspartame among other artificial ingredients. Drink lots of clean water, increase your vegetable and fruit intake and you will be happy with the changes in just a few weeks.




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