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Eat Foods with Fat Fighting Ingredients
to Lose Weight and Increase Energy
By Fleur Hupston
Certain foods speed up the metabolism, making weight loss attainable without
feelings of deprivation and hunger. For those desperate for a snack when trying
to lose weight, try foods that actually help the body to burn more calories.
With winter on its way, many people tend to snuggle inside and feast on comfort
food. Try these healthy and fat fighting tips this fall and winter.
Almonds Rev Metabolism
According to the “International Journal of Obesity”, dieters who snacked on
almonds every day reduced their weight by 18% compared to 11% for those who
didn’t. Almonds contain alpha-linolenic acid, which can help to speed up the
metabolism. According to Sian Porter of The British Dietetic Association, nuts
are high in protein and keep one fuller for longer, keeping hunger pangs at bay.
Sweet Potato Halts Food Cravings
A high fiber, low-fat choice, sweet potatoes are high in carotenoids, which help
to stabilize blood sugar levels and lower insulin resistance. Sweet potatoes are
filling and can reduce cravings. Carotenoids enhance muscle cell recovery after
workouts thus helping you to improve your muscle growth.
Eat more Calcium Rich Foods
According to Sian Porter, “If you don’t eat enough calcium, it affects the
production of vitamin D, which appears to have an effect on fat metabolism.”
Research shows that adults on a calorie restricted diet, with only a little
calcium (500mg per day), lost far less weight than those with an increased
calcium intake. Calcium rich foods include raw milk and vegetables such as
cabbage, spinach, broccoli and cauliflower.
Burn Fat with Oranges and Grapefruits
Oranges contain flavones, said to help burn fat. In a study conducted by the
American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, women who ate the most flavones had the
least increase of body fat over the 14 years during which the study was
undertaken. Include orange segments in a mixed-leaf salad for something a little
different.
Naringenin, a flavonoid in grapefruit, balances out blood sugar levels and helps
to prevent metabolic syndrome, a pre-diabetic condition associated with weight
gain around the waist. Scientists at the University of Western Ontario found it
worked by programming the liver to burn up excess fat, rather than store it.
Cinnamon Keeps Cravings at Bay
Eating high GI foods such as cakes and bread made with white flour and other
processed products causes blood sugar levels to spike. This causes cravings as
well as triggering insulin, which stores calories as fat. Cinnamon has been
proven to control post-meal insulin spikes. Try to consume at least a teaspoon
of cinnamon a day. Cinnamon sprinkled over oats porridge in the morning with a
spoon of raw honey makes a delicious breakfast.
Turmeric Attacks Fat
Turmeric encourages the release of digestive enzymes, which can help to break
down fats and carbohydrates. Add to stir-fried vegetables or add a spoonful when
cooking brown rice. Eat plenty of foods that require the body to work hard to
break them down, such as apples, asparagus, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, onions,
pineapples, strawberries and tomatoes.
Fleur Hupston enjoys natural foods and products and enjoys sharing her findings
with others. She is a feature writer for “Suite101” and other blogs.
www.NaturalNews.com/z030088_fat_foods.html .
More Great Fat Fighting Foods
By Eugenia M. Jarrett
Steak: Protein in steak (red meat). “The protein in steaks helps you retain
muscle mass during weight loss.” Manny Noales, Ph.D. (from a study published by
The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition).
Eggs: (Definitely keep the yolks) are very filling. Omelets, frittatas are
excellent ways to start the day and keep hunger at bay.
Kale: One raw cup of chopped kale has only 34 calories with high fiber of 1.3
grams, plus iron and calcium. Excellent filler.
Oatmeal: Steel cut or rolled have the highest fiber content and also very
filling.
Lentils: High in protein and fiber while also helping stabilize blood sugar.
Wild Salmon, Apples, Goji Berries, Blueberries, Buckwheat Pasta, Chilies and
Almond Butter are a few more fat fighting foods to keep in your diet while
working on weight loss in a healthy manner.
Eugenia Martini-Jarrett is the Associate Editor, Marketing Director and Graphic
Designer/Layout with In Light Times. Eugenia is a Holistic Health Specialist, a
Reconnective Healing/Reconnection practitioner, life counselor, freelance
writer, and artist. Please visit her website:
www.ReconnectingToHealth.com . |
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