10 Superfoods for weight loss
Food is a delicious and wonderful thing. There is nothing better than a delicious, healthy meal to keep you going throughout your day and to finish your day off right. Whats better is there are certain foods that are SUPER FOODS! These amazing foods have the power to boost your metabolism, build lean muscle to make your body sleek and sexy, while helping you to melt fat from your body, just by eating healthy portions of them!!
Here you go. The Ultimate super foods to get you on your way to losing weight, feeling great, and having delicious meals in the process.
1. Water – The absolute most important thing you can put into your body. I know you have heard it before, but it is really the number 1 thing you can do to lose weight quickly. Your liver has to process the fat that you are using for energy, and herein lies the problem for a lot of people who don't drink any or enough water. Your kidneys need to water to do their job and if they don't get it, the liver has to help the kidneys do their job, thus taking its time away form processing fat out of your body. So more water in means more fat goes out! Plus, It will help you gain energy just from drinking it. It will also help you detoxify while clearing up your skin and more!
2. Green Tea – A fabulous addition to drinking water. It contains EGCG which tells your brain and nervous system to run quickly which releases fat cells into your blood stream to be converted and used for energy. This is why it is a great addition to a weight loss regimen. ** It also has a little caffeine for those that need a little boost in your day. Take note – you must brew your own tea at home as you won’t get much benefit from pre-made store bought teas.
3. Eggs – A food that is very high in protein and contain an abundance of amino acids which makes eggs an amazing go to food for protein, to fill you up, and help you build lean muscle for losing weight. And because you can use it at every meal, and it can be cooked in so many ways, makes it a very versatile food.
4. Chicken – Also a very versatile food and high in protein, makes it a perfect weight loss food by filling you up and creating lean muscle. Do not worry about eating the same old thing when it comes to chicken. You will learn in my system how to spice things up and create a wide variety of meals any time of day with this versatile super food!
5. Wild Salmon – though not much of a fish eater myself, this fish (as well as a few others) pack a one, two, protein punch because it contains amino acids and omega 3’s which is why this is an amazing super food. Your body needs these to build you healthy, sleek, sexy muscle that helps your body burn fat.
6. Yogurt – Get it plain or vanilla flavored, or even go for Greek yogurt which has more protein. Stay away from flavored yogurts, even the 80 and 100 calorie yogurts, as many contain added sugar in the form of high fructose core syrup. If you must have fruit with your yogurt, add fresh fruit maybe even some high fiber, low sugar cereals as a topper. De*li*cious!
7. Apples – a delicious fruit that has many different varieties to choose from is healthy, flavorful, refreshing, & filled with fiber to help keep you full which makes it a great snack. It is also a great and convenient on the go snack.
8. Blueberries – So delicious & filled with antioxidants to keep you healthy and in good working order. These powerful little fruits are great on oatmeal, in yogurt, in whole wheat waffles or pancakes, and can be great on a salad.
9. Spinach – A delicious addition to any meal, whether it be in a particular dish or on the side as or in a salad, this super food is loaded with iron and full of fiber. By eating this superfood you will be able to shed the pounds quickly and enjoy eating it too! It is no longer just for Popeye.
10. Almonds – Even though these delicious nuts have a lot of fat to them, they are healthy monounsaturated fats that are needed by our body to function properly. Also, this super food is packed with protein too. Be aware, however, this is one food that you can have too much of a good thing. Make sure you measure out a ¼ cup per serving. Add an apple for a perfect snack, sitting down or on the run!
Well, there you have it. My top 10 Super foods for losing weight quickly and effectively. Of course you need to add in cardio to burn off the fat, and resistance training to build and sculpt lean sexy muscle that accelerates fat burning. These foods are great for everyone, but are particularly great for people who want to slim down and not bulk up into bodybuilders.
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Kim is a busy mother of 3 preschools, a 4 year old and twin 3 year olds. Finding time to eat right and exercise is always a priority to keep herself in best shape while keeping up with her kids.
Kim is also author of Fit 'N' Fabulous Mamas 16 Week Healthy Lifestyle Makeover for Busy Moms who want to lose weight, get fit 'n' feel FABULOUS! www.fitnfabulousmamas.com
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