Showing posts with label Spinach. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Spinach. Show all posts

Thursday, 25 February 2016

5 Foods that will boost your Metabolism

If your daily exercise is not helping you to lose weight, you can consider revisiting your eating pattern and incorporating foods that will push you a little further to shed those extra kilos. We suggest some of them.
SPINACH

It is said to be rich in chlorophyll, iron, fibre, and vitamins A and C.
Spinach also has more protein than any other green leafy vegetable. It has more folate and is said to be great to up your energy levels.
PLAIN GREEK YOGURT

Though many say that plain Greek yogurt is bad for the health, it contains sodium and vital vitamins that aid in weight loss and also boosts your metabolism.
SALMON

The Omega-3 fats are in the form of DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) which decreases your chances of putting on weight, improves brain health and fights depression.Amino acids in salmon helps your body burn more calories.
EGGS

They are said to be a low calorie source of vitamins A and D, which, along with zinc and other nutrients, help your body sustain energy for a long time.
ALMONDS

These nuts are excellent for your metabolism for a variety of reasons. The nutrients in them raise your metabolism and helps in reducing the waistline. They also burn body fat, especially in the abdominal area. Almonds also contains fiber, which increases your metabolism through digestion. They contain antioxidants and amino acids that increase your metabolic burn.

Wednesday, 18 March 2015

Seven Foods That Fight Inflammation and Belly Fat

1. Fruits and vegetables
All fruits and vegetables, due to their rich nutrient and fiber content, help to combat chronic inflammation, so make sure to include adequate amounts of these foods daily. Some types of fresh produce, however, are even more potent than others.
Some terrific anti-inflammatory fruits and vegetables to include in your meal plan include apples, berries, broccoli, mushrooms, papaya, pineapple, and spinach
2. Green tea
This mild beverage is great for helping shrink your waistline as well as for decreasing inflammation. The flavonoids in this tea have natural anti-inflammatory properties. And the compound EGCG in green tea has been shown to help reduce body fat.
3. Monounsaturated fats
These heart-healthy fats help raise your healthy HDL cholesterol levels and reduce overall inflammation. Great sources include olive oil, almonds, and avocado
4. Omega-3 fatty acids
Research has shown that a diet with a high percentage of omega-3 fatty acids and a low percentage of omega-6 fatty acids has been linked with decreased inflammation. Food sources of omega-3s include walnuts, flaxseed, and fish, such as wild Alaskan salmon
5. Spices
Certain spices, including garlic, turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, and chili peppers, have potent inflammation-reducing capabilities, so try adding them to meals as often as possible.
6. Water
Staying hydrated is essential to flushing inflammation-causing toxins out of your body. Aim for 64 ounces of water per day. Remember: Add an additional 8 ounces of water for every 30 minutes of exercise as well.
7. Whole grains

Rich in fiber, whole grains help control the insulin response in your body. The high B vitamin content of whole grains also helps reduce the inflammatory hormone homocystine in the body.