Fat loss: 10 Must Eat Foods

Eager to jump start your fat loss journey? Obviously exercise is a key component. However, it is also important that you monitor your diet.

Here are ten foods that are super beneficial to shedding that extra weight.

1. Avocados – This food is fiber-rich which can cut down on appetite. It also has a great deal of the healthy monosaturated fats.
2. Lentils – One cup of lentils contains approximately 35% of the iron we need. Iron deficiency can hurt our metabolism.
3. Wild Salmon – This is full of Omega-3s which can increase insulin sensitivity and activates thyroid hormones which can pump up your metabolism.
4. Raw Walnuts– Considered calorie dense foods, they are great for satisfying that hunger urge. They have a lot of omega-3s and are glucose stabilizers. They also provide a lot of fiber and other nutrients.
5. Chia Seeds – These are packed with Omega-3, fats, fiber, and protein. They also can suppress appetites and activate glucagon (a fat-burning hormone).
6. Green Tea– Green tea is well known for fat burning benefits. Recent studies have shown that drinking this tea in addition to participating in a workout program can really help with fat loss.
7. Raspberries– They have a lot of fiber. One cup has 8 grams, which is more than blueberries. They are full of nutrients and very healthy. They help you feel fuller and balance your blood sugar which can help regulate weight.
8. Coconut Oil– This is full of medium-chained-triglycerides (MCTs). MCTs are used as energy by your body which leaves them with less of a chance to be stored as fat. Studies have shown that over a 16 week period more abdominal fat was lost by those who ate MCTs rather than olive oil. Coconut oil could be used for cooking in place of less healthy oil options.
9. Cinnamon– Adding at least a quarter of a teaspoon of cinnamon to your diet can help move glucose into cells quickly so that there is less of a chance for our food to stick around and get stored as fat.
10. Hot Peppers- Can boost metabolism and help burn fat.

Conclusions:

There are many foods that are healthy and are known to help you with fat loss. Keep in mind that these aren’t the answer to your weight loss situation. These tips should be combined with a healthy and safe workout or exercise program.

When in doubt talk to your doctor or a fitness professional to make sure you are doing what is the healthiest for you!