By Will Romero
SIX STAR AMBASSADOR
Most people know that when it comes to weight loss, there really are no short cuts. You’ll have to watch your calorie intake so you’re in a deficit come the end of the day and have disciplined eating habits combined with a steady workout program. Overall, it’s going to take some dedication and discipline for an extended period of time until your goal is reached. The following are my favorite fat-burning foods that help me trim off the fat when I’m trying to bounce back from holiday binge eating or in preparation to make weight for a combat sports competition.
1. KALE:
Kale has tons of health benefits! Kale is the juggernaut of all vegetables. It’s a nutrient-packed superfood that contains a load of vitamins and minerals, antioxidants, phytonutrients and fiber that help you burn fat while giving you clean energy to keep you feeling strong while cutting calories.
2. CABBAGE:
Cabbage is a great food in assisting weight loss due to its high fiber content and antioxidants. It aids in lowering cholesterol and is also a good anti-inflammatory.
3. SWEET POTATO:
Sweet potatoes are an amazing starchy carbohydrate that is low glycemic; therefore, it gives you steady energy for hours. It also contains high amounts of dietary fiber, which is very important for trimming down and making you feel full.
4. QUINOA:
Quinoa is good at burning fat for similar reasons to the other foods on this list. It’s one of the highest protein-containing grains you can find and also has lots of dietary fiber. It’s also low on the glycemic index, so it digests slower, giving you a steady release of energy.
5. GRASS-FED ORGANIC CHICKEN:
Lean chicken breast is good at helping you lose weight because protein requires the body to work harder in order to break down the food. Protein is the most thermogenic food, so your body burns calories when you eat protein. Chicken breast is loaded with protein that will help to increase lean muscle and recover faster from your workouts. The added lean mass will give you a higher resting metabolic rate that will result in faster weight loss.
6. WILD-CAUGHT FISH:
Wild-caught fish, like salmon or halibut, is very important when it comes to weight loss. It has anti-inflammatory properties, has essential fats like omega-3, minerals, amino acids and lots of protein. Its higher essential fat content helps in making you feel full so you have less cravings.
Try adding these fat-burning foods into your weight loss meal plan along with a good exercise program aimed at helping you burn fat.
