3 Miracle Foods That Speed Up Metabolism and Burn Fat

Legumes or more commonly called beans are a great low fat source of protein. They are perfect food for every dieter due to a good balance of carbohydrates and protein. You may know that beans are hard to digest and take a long time, but this is highly beneficial as they will help you stay full for longer whilst maintaining a stable blood sugar level.

Beans are full of complex carbs and essential fiber. Fiber is a nondigestable substance which keeps your guts running healthy. It also helps prevent high blood glucose levels, lowering your risk of developing diabetes. Baked beans and refried beans should be avoided as they contain too much added sugar and excess fat. The best choice is plain beans.

My top legume: Lentils

Skimmed Milk

Results from studies show that consuming calcium causes weight loss. In these studies participants are split into two groups, one group recieved daily calcium supplements in their diet whilst the other group did not. Each group did exactly the same activities and by the end of the study the calcium supplemented group lost almost tripple the amount of weight compared to the regular group. Calcium is a supermineral that is proven to speed up metabolism and burn fat.

Calcium is present in many foods including broccoli, but the best and easiest way to consume calcium is by eating and drinking dairy products. Dairy products can be quite high in fat so choose skimmed or semi-skimmed milk to get the most calcium in the least number of calories.

Green Tea

Green is a refreshing drink which has been enjoyed for thousands of years. Green tea contains a high level of antioxidants which help combat free radicals in the body, reducing the risk of developing cancer. It is a mild diuretic, helping to pass retained fluid. The small amount of caffiene present in green tea will give you a slight perk helping to raise the metabolism and burn more fat.

Studies suggest that those who drink 5 cups of green tea daily benefit from more rapid weight loss than those who do not drink it.

Here is a bonus tip: Water

So water is something you drink everyday, but did you realise that water is essential in burning fat. Water has a number of functions in the body including pushing retained fluid from the body, diluting sodium to prevent bloating, helps healing, and maintains appetite. Most importantly water helps your metabolism running efficiently.

The kidneys are responsible for filtering our blood, passing toxins and other waste material from our bodies via urine. They require plently of water to maintain healthy function. When kidneys are dehydrated they can not function well and so the liver takes over some of its functions.

The liver is capable of functioning as a filter, however it is most suited to converting fat into sugar to be used as energy for the body. When the liver has to support the kidneys it can not convert fat as rapidly as it should, and is detrimental to the goal of burning fat. Make sure to drink plently of water to ensure that the your whole body is working efficiently, otherwise you impact your ability to lose weight.

The simple way to lose weight is to eat foods that speed up metabolism and burn fat, and drink enough water so that your body functions efficiently and heathily. Do these and you will well on your way towards successful weight loss.