the 10 best foods to boost your metabolism

by jennifer calderon, jessica ruiz and melissa paniagua

1If you’re looking for sophisticated ways to boost your metabolism then you may want to scroll elsewhere. Finding a pre-workout boost isn’t as complicated as it seems. So before you break a sweat, consider adding this list of natural foods andbeverages to your grocery list to give you that surge of energy to jump-start your regimen.

COFFEE

It’s no secret that coffee is one of the world’s most popular bever-ages. A study published in Food, Science and Nutrition determined that pure coffee not only increases our metabolism, it’s filled with micronutrients that promotes optimal health such as Potassium and Vitamin E . So indulge in a guilt-free cup of joe, you deserve it.

10 best foods to boost your metabolism

32DAIRYDid someone cut the cheese? According to the USDA, snacking on one cup of diced brick cheese provides approximately 900 milli-grams of Calcium, which the National Institutes of Health says meets most of our recommended daily intake for healthier bones and boosting metabolism.

CHICKEN

Stop feeling sluggish! Lean proteins build lean muscle mass in the body and helps you feel full up without feeling bloated. The Journal of Nutrition suggests a higher protein diet increases stamina and maintains lean muscle mass through increased metabolism. Avoid-ing heavy meats will also increase endurance during physical exer-cise, allowing you to get the most out of your workout.

10 best foods to boost your metabolism

54SALMONFish are friends and food! Salmon contains Omega-3 which reduces the risk of heart disease. It’s also an antioxidant and has high lev-els of B vitamins which are essential for a healthy metabolism and good mental health.

GREEN TEA

“Green tea has thermogenic properties and promotes fat oxidation beyond that explained by its caffeine content per se,” says Abdul G. Dulloo, a researcher at the University of Geneva, Switzerland, and lead author of the study published in the current issue of the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. Plus, green tea has catechins which are great for burning fat belly! It doesn’t get better than that.

10 best foods to boost your metabolism

76CHILICayenne pepper and other varieties contain a chemical called cap-saicin, which WebMD affirmed that it will boost your metabolism by increasing the body’s temperature. A single chilli also contains a full day’s supply of beta carotene, which is great for maintaining healthy skin, hair and nails.

EGG WHITES

Health.com reports that egg whites are rich Vitamin D, proteins and amino acids that’ll boost your metabolism. So grab your skillet and start scrambling!

10 best foods to boost your metabolism

98WATERWater is the liquid that gives us life. In addition to its cool and nour-ishing taste, medical experts at the Global Healing Center claim that drinking cold purified water forces the body to use more calories to keep it warm.

BROCCOLI

The Global Healing Center asserts that this tree-like vegetable is one of nature’s best superfoods that produces cancer-fighting en-zymes and antioxidants that also aid in weight loss. Momma was right- always eat your vegetables!

10 best foods to boost your metabolism

10TOFUNot just for a vegan diet, tofu is a great low-calorie option to any meal. Tofu will absorb any flavor and is a great way to add sub-stance without the guilt. Prevention.com says since it’s made from soybeans you also get the added benefit of protein.

10 best foods to boost your metabolism

by jennifer calderon, jessica ruiz and melissa paniagua