Friday, August 5, 2011

Even More Metabolism Burning Foods

Salmon contain omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) that increase the levels of fat-burning enzymes and decrease the levels of fat-storage enzymes. It's been shown to boost metabolism by as much as 400 calories per day. All fish contain large amounts of omega-3 fatty acids, which, besides being incredibly healthy, seem to affect metabolism. Omega-3 fatty acids alter levels of leptin, a hormone in the body that directly influences metabolism and determines whether you burn calories or store them as fat.

Lean protein helps to preserve muscle mass during weight loss, keeping metabolism running at full speed. Studies have shown that protein can help boost metabolism, lose fat and build lean muscle tissue so you burn more calories. For another source for protein, and for flax seed weight loss and chia seeds weight loss, check out FitFlax.

Spicy Peppers contain the chemical compound capsacin that speeds up your heart rate and metabolism. Eating a very spicy meal can actually speed up your metabolism by about 25 percent for up to three hours. Keep crushed red pepper on the table to spice up everything from scrambled eggs to soup to pasta.

Broccoli is not only high in calcium, but it's also loaded with vitamin C, which boosts calcium absorption. Study after study links calcium and weight loss. Broccoli has plenty of vitamin A, folate and fiber. At just 20-calories per cup, this weight-loss superfood fights fat and also contains powerful phytochemicals that boosts your immunity and protect against disease. FlaxVibrance with lignans and milled chia seeds also works to help boost your immunity.

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