The Best Fat Burning Foods For Faster Weight Loss…

09/01/2015

Certain foods have a very high thermogenic effect which basically means you burn calories just by eating them. Here’s a list of The Best Fat Burning Foods For Faster Weight Loss proven to help you lose weight and boost your health.

1) Meat

The top of the list when it comes to Fat Burning Foods, because they are extremely high in protein and have a superb thermogenic effect on your body. When you eat meat you burn around 30% of the calories your food contains during digestion. Say you consume a 300 calorie chicken breast, your body would burn 90 calories just trying to break the food down. Protein based meats are dense, helping you stay satisfied and fuller for longer. Some excellent meat choices to chose from are Chicken, turkey, sirloin steak, and lean mince meat. They all provide a high dose of protein per serving (20g of protein per 100g).

2) Eggs

Eggs are among the few foods that I would classify as superfoods. Really… eggs are pretty much the perfect food, they contain a little bit of almost every nutrient we need. Each egg contains 6g of high quality protein. 20% percent of the human body is made up of protein. Protein plays a crucial role in almost all biological processes and amino acids are the building blocks. Each egg comes with 5g of healthy fats. There are many benefits to eating eggs so make-sure to regularly include them into your breakfast to reap the rewards of this scrumptiously nutritious food.

3) Green Tea

4 cups of green tea can help you shed more than 6 lbs in 8 weeks according to the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. Green tea is a highly effective fat burning liquid for people seeking fatloss. If you look at the ingredients list for any fat burning supplement, chances are that green tea will be in there. Other Benefits of Green Tea include, reducing Type 2 diabetes, and lowering your risks of various types of cancer. Try drinking green tea in the morning and before working out to aid fat loss.

4) Greek Yoghurt

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Contains 2x as much protein as any other yoghurt (remember the thermogenic effect!). Greek yogurt is packed with probiotics. Probiotics are great for the digestive system, and especially helpful to people who suffer from conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome. Probiotics also help to reduce inflammation within the body. One of the main reasons people fail to lose weight is due to the stress placed on the digestive system through regularly consuming poor quality foods. Probiotics will help with digestion which will speed up the fat loss process.

5) Sweet Potatoes

A highly nutritiously dense food full of health benefits and a great one to add into your Fat Burning Foods cupboard. Sweet potatoes are low in calories 86 calories per serving (100g). There also a good source of magnesium, which is the relaxation and anti-stress mineral. For some delicious sweet potato recipes there’s a fantastic article by Care2 which can be found here.

6) Green Vegetables

Asparagus, broccoli, spinach, kale, peas, brussels sprouts, celery, lettuce, to name just a few are all highly effective foods that you need to include into your diet to help torch body fat. Vegetables will help give your body the vital nutrients it needs to lose weight, and keep your digestive system happy (A healthy digestive system is imperative for fat loss, it’s a key part of the puzzle!)

7) Nuts

All nuts contain fibre, which helps lower your cholesterol. Fibre makes you feel full, so you eat less. It’s also thought to play a role in preventing diabetes. Nuts are rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, which can help you maintain a healthy heart. They are also a perfect snack for people on the move. Try adding in a 30g serving of nuts 2x per day. Excellent choices include: Brazil Nuts, Chestnuts, Hazelnuts, Pecans, Walnuts, and Almonds.

8) Fish

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High in healthy fats. Fish has been proven to help brain function, improve skin complexion, prevent heart disease, cancer and can help people with depression. Which fish to eat? White fish (cod, haddock) are a good source of low-fat protein. Oily fishes e.g. sardines, pilchards, salmon and mackerel have the highest concentrations of omega-3 fatty acids (healthy fats). Crab, lobster and mussels come into the shellfish group and contain selenium, thought to have cancer-fighting properties.

9) Whole-grains

Studies show whole-grain diets are good for the waistline and the heart. According to Louise Chang, a new study shows that people who followed a weight loss program incorporating whole-grains into their diets lost more body fat from the abdominal area than those who ate only refined grains like white bread and rice. According to Health Magazine . . . “Your body burns twice as many calories breaking down whole foods (especially those rich in fiber such as oatmeal and brown rice) than processed foods.” Fat burning wholegrain sources include; brown rice, oatmeal, whole-rye, and quinoa. So next time your looking for your carb fix opt for the healthier whole grains.

10) Coffee

Caffeine itself has been shown to improve physical performance by mobilizing fatty acids from the fat tissues, which means fat tissues are available for energy. In other words caffeine can prime your body for greater fatloss. Try having a black coffee before working out to elevate heart rate and improve physical performance. Just be carful not rely on coffee everyday, use coffee as a bonus tool 2-3x per week (use it when you need it!).

11) Cinnamon

Numerous studies have shown that Cinnamon has properties that help those with insulin resistance. People with insulin resistance are more likely to gain weight rapidly. Stabilising blood sugar levels can help in the prevention of diabetes and puts your body in a better position to burn fat. Try adding a pinch of cinnamon to your coffee, Greek yoghurt or porridge in the mornings.

Putting the Best Fat Burning Foods into action . . .

Reading, understanding and applying nutritional information can be quite overwhelming, so here is a written plan of action including the The Best Fat Burning Foods we’ve talked about to help you get started. If however your looking for a tailored meal plan, then please visit our Custom Meal Plan page.

Fat Burning Food Meal Plan

Day 1:

Breakfast: 3 egg omelette, with a handful of spinach, cooked in 10g coconut oil. Drink a cup of green tea and a pint of water for added fatloss bonuses.
Snack 1: 30g Nuts and a pint of water
Lunch: 150g chicken, with a pinch of mixed herbs, cooked in 10g olive oil, add in a healthy mixture of green vegetables. Include a pint of water for hydration and to help keep you focused.
Snack 2: 30g Nuts and a pint of water
Dinner: 150g sirloin Steak, cooked in a pinch of black pepper, sea salt and 10g coconut oil, serve with a palm sized portion of asparagus.

Day 2:

Breakfast : 150-200g Greek yoghurt, with 1/2 a teaspoon of cinnamon, and teaspoon of honey. Add in 30g of nuts and have a black coffee + a pint of water to kickstart your day.
Snack 1: 30g Nuts and a Green tea
Lunch : 200g salmon, cooked in 15g rapeseed oil (add in herbs and spices of your choice), + add a side portion of mixed olives (25g) mixed in a bowl of lettuce. Include a pint of water for hydration and to help keep you focused into the afternoon.
Snack 2: 30g Nuts and a pint of water
Dinner: Fry 200g of extra lean mince, in 10g of olive oil and fry until brown, then add in a can of tinned tomatoes, 1/2 a red onion, 1/2 a red pepper, and a clove of garlic for flavour. Boil 80g brown rice and serve with a pint of water.

The Top 5 Best Fat Loss Supplements:

No amount of supplements can substitute high quality foods when it comes to losing body fat. Supplements however can be used in addition to a healthy, well balanced diet, here’s a list of supplements to aid fatloss:

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