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Sunday, October 11, 2009

Fat Burning Foods

By Jermaco Helelad

If you are looking for a way to supercharge your fitness plan, add these delicious fat burning foods to your diet and eat your way to better health. The body uses energy (burns calories) to digest all foods, but some foods have a more dramatic effect. These fat burning foods boost metabolism and burns calories because it take more energy to digest than other foods.

Lean Turkey. The protein in lean cuts of turkey can boost your metabolism, helping you lose fat and build muscle tissue which in turn burns calories. Choose boneless, skinless cuts of turkey and avoid processed deli varieties.

Oatmeal. This breakfast favorite is a rich source of cholesterol-fighting, soluble fiber that helps keep you feeling full and gives you the energy you need to make it through the morning. Avoid instant oatmeal and choose steel cut or rolled oats instead to get the maximum amount of fiber.

Grapefruit. This fat-burning powerhouse regulates your body?s insulin levels and also helps your body break down other foods more effectively while controlling your appetite. Grapefruit is also capable of dissolving fat and cholesterol. Ask your doctor before adding grapefruit to your daily diet since it may make some medications less effective.

Apples. A delicious snack for any time of the day, apples are a great source of soluble fiber, which slowly raises your blood sugar levels and keeps them elevated longer than other foods, thereby controlling your appetite. Apples contain pectin, a chemical abundant in fresh fruit like berries and especially apples. Pectin manages your cells? fat absorption and combines with water to prompt cells to release more fat.

Broccoli. Calcium has long been associated with safe and effective weight loss. Broccoli is an excellent source of calcium as well as vitamin C which helps the body absorb calcium more efficiently. Broccoli is also a great source of vitamin A, folate, and fiber. Packed with vitamins, this low-calorie vegetable helps your body fight disease.

Low-Fat Yogurt. Dairy products can also help people lose weight. Dieters who eat 3 to 4 servings of dairy foods per day typically lose more weight than dieters on a restricted calorie diet alone. One serving of low-fat yogurt contains calcium and 12 grams of protein.

Soybeans. These versatile beans are an excellent source of lecithin, a chemical that prevents cells from building up fat. To help reduce the fat stores in your body, simply add fresh or frozen soybeans to your diet. - 17274

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