Milk—If you have to eat Cocoa Puffs, at least drench them in plenty of skim milk. The calcium signals your metabolism to wake up! One study found that dieters who consumed at least 1,200 mg of calcium per day lost twice as much weight as those who consumed less. And milk is actually a complex carbohydrate, meaning it stabilizes insulin levels after your meal.
Whole Grain Cereal—a complex carb and high in fiber, whole grain cereal is a powerful force when it comes to keeping insulin levels low. Low insulin levels are a signal to your body to expend more calories and pump up your metabolism.
Coffee—do you ever feel your heart race after an espresso shot? That’s actually a good thing as far as fat-burning goes. When your heart speeds up, you burn more calories. You’ll get this benefit from any coffee drink. But it’s probably best to stay away from those ultra sugary, creamy beverages. That just counteracts the fat-burning force.
Green Tea—if you’re trying to avoid coffee breath, get your pick-me-up with Green Tea. This not only speeds up your system- helping you burn more calories, but it actually speeds up your brain!
Oatmeal—you may associate this with your grandfather’s breakfast but hey, he’s probably watching his health more than anyone! Oatmeal breaks down slowly in your stomach, once again keeping those testy insulin levels low. It’s also an incredible source of fiber, which helps regulate the digestive system, minimizing those yucky, bloated days.
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