LOSE POUNDS USING FOODS THAT BURN FAT’
Fat burning foods refer to specific types of foods that either burn
accumulated fat in the body or improve body metabolism. Adding these foods to
your diet can help literally wash out fat from your body and give you a hotter
burning metabolism that helps keep fat from accumulating again. Sound too easy?
Before you give up ask those that have been successful at weight loss what they
eat, you may find yourself fishing this article out of the recycle bin and
reading on.
There are three reasons we become overweight. We consume more than we
need, the metabolic process is slow or consumed calories are not burned due to
inactivity. To loose weight we
need to address any or all of the above- using fat burning foods will help
speed the process.
Here are some of the best fat burning foods that will help you shed
those unwanted pounds
Citrus fruits high in
vitamin C help to liquefy solid fat making it easier for the body to wash it
out. It also helps reduce cholesterol accumulation as well. Most of us turn to
orange juice for vitamin C but carrot juice, grapefruit, cherry juice and acai
berry have a much higher vitamin C content and have more bioflavanoid content
that completes the vitamin C family.
Soybean rich foods This
lowly member of the plant family packs a powerful nutritional punch in many
ways including fat burning qualities. Lecithin a chemical property of the
soybean helps build strong cell walls and protects the cell from accumulating
fat. It is also capable of breaking down fat content that is already stored.
Tofu can be very versatile if one takes the time to learn how to use and cook
with it. I particularly like the soy protein based drink Ultrameal. A highly
satisfying drink when used with whole foods it not only burns fat but also
reduces cravings.
Fresh fruit. Pectin
is an essential element in cell wall health and limits the cells ability to
absorb and store fat. Pectin has high water binding properties and helps keep
fat in a liquid form. Apples are best, use also berries, kiwi and melons.
Garlic found to be
effective in reducing the amount of fatty acid from body cells. This power food is also good to lower
cholesterol, fight heart disease, boosts immunity and contains anti-fungal
antiviral properties.
Fish oil and other liquid fats. Not all fats are bad; we need good fats to stay healthy. Choosing fish
oil supplements, (or salmon) along with flax, borage and olive oil actually
helps your body eliminate hard fatty substances while boosting heart healthy
good cholesterol.
High fiber. Diets
that contain higher fiber content keep the digestive system moving more quickly
not allowing for as much time for fat absorption. Use whole grains such as
oatmeal, brown rice and whole wheat. Generous servings of fresh fruits and raw or
lightly steamed vegetables are all high in fiber.
Plenty of water. A
well-hydrated body speeds metabolism and prevents fats from solidifying. Eight
to ten glasses daily is a must.
Whatever diet you may choose adding these fat burning foods to your diet
will speed the process. Till next time, Rebecca
6/11/09