NnF# :Food That Boost Our Metabolism

We always find ways to boost our metabolism because we know that higher metabolism, use more energy and it burn fats. Other than workouts and sleeping, eating can also boost our metabolism. Below are choices of food that help in boosting metabolism.

1. Fish.
   Study found that by eating fish, we can boost calorie burn as much as 400 calorie a day. Besides that, fish is a good protein source that is low-fat and helps in muscle building especially it requires our body to use more energy to digest it. For those who dislike seafood, fish in capsules may be good for you.

2. Dark green leafy vegetables.
   Dark green leafy vegetables are full of vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium, and lots of fibres. Fibres help in digestion and boost metabolism while vitamins are great antioxidants and great for our health. There is a reason why vegetables are recommended in meals. Our body spend more energy digesting fibres and protein than it does for digesting carbohydrates. This is called the thermic effect of food where we spend almost same amount of energy digesting what we taken in. Dark leafies also contain many B vitamins, which are necessary to produce the enzymes for metabolism. So from today eat more arugula, chard, chicory, collard greens, dandelion greens, kale, mustard greens, and spinach, these are all dark green leafy vegetables.

3. Tomatoes.
   Tomatoes contain high levels of the antioxidant lycopene, which has been proven to have several anti-carcinogenic properties. And like the dark green leafy vegetables, tomatoes are a good source of fiber. But tomatoes can also work overtime to flush fat, as they contain citric, malic, and oxalic acids, which support our body's kidney functions, helping the body eliminate more waste and fat from your system.

4. Blueberries and other whole fruits.
   Whole fruits contain lots of fiber, and many contain so much, they can be said to have "negative calories," meaning your body burns more calories digesting them than it stores. One cup of blueberries only has about 80 calories, but it has 4 whole grams of fiber. Your body will expend much of those 80 calories digesting those 4 grams of fiber. Blueberries also contain lots of antioxidants, and are believed to lower cholesterol and regulate blood pressure. Plus they taste great! Try adding them to a high-fiber unsweetened cereal or oatmeal in the morning to get your metabolism up and running at the start of your day.

5. Whole grains.
   Well, if you've read this far, you've probably gotten that fiber is key to keeping the metabolic fires burning. Whole grains are one of the best sources of dietary fiber. This is where careful label reading comes in. Lots of items that are purported to contain whole grains only have just enough to make the claim truthful, and may in fact be full of insulin-spiking carbohydrates or sugars, which will take your metabolism in the wrong direction. Check the ingredient list of your breads and cereals carefully and make sure the lion's share of the ingredients is whole grains.

6. Chilies, curries, and other spices.
   The capsaicin found in many hot peppers and other spices can fire up metabolism. In fact, some studies have shown a 50 percent increase in metabolism for 3 hours after eating capsaicin. So it helps to keep a bottle of hot sauce on hand at mealtimes. You can also use spices to add flavor to recipes instead of salty or fatty ingredients to help kick your metabolism into a higher gear.

7. Green tea.
   Researchers have found that green tea consumption can increase calorie-burning by up to four percent. It's believed that green tea accomplishes this by helping to increase metabolic rates, as well as fat oxidation. Studies have also shown that green tea can reduce sugar cravings and help inhibit enzymes that slow digestion, thus raising metabolic rates. In addition to its metabolic properties, green tea is loaded with antioxidants and polyphenols, making it one of the most healthful beverage choices around.

8. Ice water.
   Drinking room-temperature water can burn about 16 calories per glass while a glass of ice water burn 25 calories per glass for ice water. So if you drink eight glasses of cold water a day, you burn 200 calories! Besides, water is necessary for all your bodily processes, including the ones that control your metabolism. If you're not hydrated enough, your body will underperform. Water also flushes out fat deposits and toxins, which can hamper your energy.

From today onwards, exercise, sleep well, eat well, and include the above food. You will have higher metabolism and burn fat easier.