15 Foods That Will Help Speed Metabolism and Destroy Your Excess Fat

In a society where people are looking desperately for a "great" diet... I find it appalling that hardly anyone tries a metabolism diet...

Developing a healthy metabolic diet is an essential weight loss component that is often overlooked. As I have discussed in previous articles, metabolism is a process your body goes through when converting food into energy. The metabolic process becomes flawed from unhealthy and inconsistent eating habits resulting in large amounts of fat storage.

A metabolism diet is extremely easy to stay on because it does not constrain you to eating foods that many feel are "tasteless" and/or "non-filling."

Listed below are 15 excellent metabolism boosters that will eliminate unwanted excess fat and bring you one step closer to a happier and healthier lifestyle!

Milk

• Calcium is a major metabolic trigger that has been linked to substantial weight loss. In a study done by the University of Tennessee, dieters who consumed 1,200 mg to 1,300 mg of calcium a day lost nearly double the amount of weight than those who did not take in calcium.
• Complex carbohydrates, which keep insulin levels low, boost metabolism as well. There is a direct correlation between insulin and fat storage. Low Insulin=Low Fat Storage and High Insulin=High Fat Storage.

Whole Grain Cereal

• Whole grain cereals also keep insulin levels low because they are a fabulous source of fiber and complex carbohydrates. Eating foods, like whole grain cereal, that keep insulin levels low keeps the body from storing large amounts of fat.

Green Tea

• Green tea contains a chemical called ECGC that increases your nervous system and brain to accelerate. What does this mean for weight loss? More calories are burned rather than stored. Green Tea, combined with coffee, has been found to increase the total number of calories burn by up to 80!

Chicken

• Chicken contains metabolism awesome boosting proteins. Researches in Denmark noticed a substantial increase in metabolism in men who substituted one-fifth of their daily carb intake with protein.

Lean Pork

• Lean pork contains a very high amount of proteins, which take a long while to digest. This long digestive process keeps is great for maintaining a consistently high metabolic level

Coffee

• Coffee is not a "great" choice by any means but the simple fact that caffeinated coffee speed your heart rate up is enough to put it on this list. The key here is limiting the amount sugars/sweeteners and using skim milk.

Lean Beef

• Lean beef, like lean pork, contains a high level of proteins which take a long time to digest. The digesting process itself burns calories. Sounds like a win-win situation. Be sure that the beef is lean however or the benefit is null.

Salmon

• Salmon, which contains a high level of Omega-3 fatty acids, are an excellent metabolic booster. The Omega-3 fatty acids lower a natural hormone (leptin) that is found in your body. Low lipten levels are directly tied to high caloric burn.

Tuna

• Tuna, as with salmon, contain high levels of Omega-3 fatty acids. These acids lower the amount of leptin in your body which has been linked to a significant increase in metabolism

Turkey

• Turkey is a meat of choice by many dieters and for great reason. This lean protein source is great because, like all protein sources, it take a long while to digest. Thus, keeping a consistent and high level of metabolic burn.

Sardines

• Sardines contain fish oil which has been linked by French researchers to reduce excess fat. The great news for anti-fish eaters is, fish oil can be consumed in other fashions than eating fish... (i.e. supplements)

Habaneros

• Habaneros are mostly know for their hot taste, but they have also been linked to great health benefits. Laval University researchers have found that people who consume these red-peppered snacks burned, on average, 1,000 more calories that those who don't.

Jalapenos

• Jalapenos contain a chemical (capsaicin) that increases the heart rate which in return, speeds up your metabolism.

Oats

• Consuming oats is a great healthy choice for many different reasons. Metabolically speaking, oats take a long time to digest and contain a high amount of fiber. The majority of people eat oats in the morning which is the best time to do so. Since they are hard to digest, it help your body maintain a "full" feeling as well as a high metabolism.

Cayenne Chilies

• Eating spicy foods have been proven to increase metabolism. In the case of Cayenne Chilies (usually consumed in the form of Cayenne Pepper seasoning), one study has shown that eating one spicy meal a day can increase your metabolism by up to 25%.

One of the most important things someone can do to lose weight is maintain a high and consistent metabolism. Try using some of this metabolic boosters in your diet. You may find yourself feeling lighter.

To healthy lifestyles,

Rob Farmer

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New Years Resolution #3: Take Your "Flintstones"

I'm not sure if you had the same experience I did as a young kid, but one of my most favorite times of day was when my mom would say, "Son... Time to take your Flintstones..."

Flintstones, of course, were the children's vitamin that tastes like a sweet crunchy candy that would make my mouth water and my mouth smile.

I mean seriously... They had to be awesome if my favorite time of the day was when I took my vitamins... but I never looked at it like that.

The vitamins that I take today, taste nothing like Flintstones, but they are just as important. Although it is physically possible, it is very unlikely to consume all of the vitamins and minerals that your body desperately needs to run efficiently.

There a large "leather-bound" books <- Ron Burgundy Shout Out -> that detail the importance of vitamin consumption. For time and attention-keeping purposes, I'm going to just say... They are essential!

Many different health risks and diseases result from vitamin deficiencies... So, do your body a favor and take a One-A-Day vitamin or something comparable. It could save your life and well being...

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Hope this helps bring you a Happy New Year for 2010 and many more years to come!

Regards,

Rob Farmer

This article is part of a series called: 10 Simple New Year's Resolutions That Will Make 2010 a Healthy One!

Resolutions: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Need a Metabolism Increase? Speed Your Metabolism Up FAST with these Seven Easy Steps!

Have you lost that fire that you used to have in High School? No, I'm not talking about that kind of fire... I'm referring to your metabolic fire.

It's not uncommon to hear middle-aged (even college students) say, "Man I just can't eat like I used to... My metabolism just isn't the same as it used to be..."

Many people incorrectly believe, that a metabolism decrease is a way of life and there isn't anything that can be done to prevent it. However... THEY ARE WRONG!

The truth is simple... Metabolism is much like an engine. As long as fuel is being supplied and routine maintenance is performed, it will run on "all cylinders."

After high school, I noticed a substantial decrease in my metabolism... After trying different metabolism boosting methods, I have found seven different metabolism boosting techniques that have worked extremely well for me and many others!

The key to getting your metabolism firing again is to "trick" your body into burning calories more efficiently. This can be done by doing the following seven simple things:

Start Your Day Right

Enjoy a healthy morning breakfast. Studies have shown that eating breakfast will increase resting metabolism by approximately 10%! Also, the increased metabolism reduces the risk of diabetes and obesity.

Take B Vitamins

B Vitamins are very important components of the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, proteins, and production of energy. B Vitamins deficiency can not only cause a decrease in metabolism, but also cause fatigue and even depression.

• Foods that contain high levels of B Vitamins include spinach, asparagus, beans (black, soy, navy), melon, fish, broccoli, eggs, and poultry.

Magnesium

Magnesium is a mineral needed by every cell inside the human body. Magnesium is used in many biochemical reactions including protein synthesis and energy metabolism. The National Institute of Health reports the majority of Americans are not getting enough Magnesium in their diet.

• Foods that contain high levels of Magnesium include green vegetables, halibut, nuts (almonds, cashews, and peanuts), soybeans, whole-grain cereals, oatmeal, and legumes

Smart Snacking with the Six Meals a Day Diet

Snacking gives your body a fuel boost and can help increase your metabolism speed. Eating healthy snacks, in the right portions, will help you avoid overhungry-overeating situations that leads to lethargic feelings and weight problems.

• Healthy snacks include carb/protein combinations like peanut butter and bananas, trail mix, hummus and baby carrots, apples and low-fat cheese, etc.

Strength Training

This one is pretty obvious... Exercise will of course lead to an increase of metabolism. However, exercise is disregarded by some because of their level of energy. By doing the items above, you will notice a substantial boost in energy and exercise will not seem so daunting. When fat is converted to muscle, through strength training, it gives the body beneficial improvements in strength and function.

Calorie Consumption

Low-Calorie diets are the WORST way to lose weight because it causes your metabolism to slow way down. Food is a stimulate for your body's metabolic system. When eating is stopped or lessened... so is your metabolism rate. The best way to maintain a high level of metabolism is to give your body a consistent supply of healthy food and calories.

For more tips on healthy living go to my iiFitnessii blog.

Have a healthy day!

Rob Farmer