I came across an interesting article by Veronica Byrd on Shine via Yahoo. She said that there are foods that are good fat fighters. See, I told you, it’s interesting! :) She listed eight items and I am sharing them with you:
- Almonds. These are high in alpha-linolenic acid that helps speed up the metabolism of fats. This makes me smile because I love love almonds!
- Berries. These fruits, strawberries and raspberries for instance can burn up to 30 percent more fats during exercise. There’s the keyword, exercise, LOL!
- Cinnamon. Having this on your food may avoid the insulin spike that usually happens after a meal when the brain signals the body to store fat rather than burn it. Oatmeal, yogurt and coffee are best partners.
- Mustard. This can slow down the growth of fat tissues.
- Soy Beans. These beans are rich in choline which is a compound known to stop fat absorption and are able to break down fatty deposits.
- Sweet Potatoes. These are high in fiber that will stop drastic insulin jumps. Just beware of the passing gas afterwards, LOL!
- Oranges. This citrus yummy contains flavones which are known fat-torching compounds.
- Swiss cheese. There is a study that says food rich in calcium helps reduce fat-producing enzymes and hastens fat breakdown.
So the next time you re-stock your pantry, think of these items while in the grocery. Or better yet, include them in your list!
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