Tuna—Tuna has been shown to reduce levels of a hormone called leptin, and lower levels of leptin can help speed up metabolism. Tuna is also rich in the brain-friendly fatty acid Omega-3, which can increase the rate at which your body burns calories. Grab a stack of canned Tuna next time you’re at the store. It’s so easy to whip up a tuna salad to put on whole grain bread or in a salad.
Jalapenos— Jalapenos contain capsaicin, a chemical that speeds up metabolism and heart rate—I know you feel that when you’re sweating through your nachos. These also taste great diced up fresh in a salad, or even sliced in your favorite sandwich. Try adding these with low-fat cheddar cheese to a tuna sandwich for a spicy tuna meat.
Sardines—Swapping out just 6 grams of fat with 6 grams of fish oil daily can help you lose an average of 2 pounds per week, according to a French study. And you know we are always wondering how the French stay so slim.
Chicken—try a skinless chicken breast to get all the protein and none of the added fat. Substituting just one fifth of your daily carbs with lean protein could help you burn 5% more calories daily.
Turkey—Another lean, low-fat source of metabolism-pumping protein. Avoid the slippery deli variety and get freshly sliced turkey breast or, better yet, a whole turkey. That way you can make turkey sandwiches and salads all week.
Cayenne Pepper—sprinkle it into a tuna or turkey salad. This spice is a little milder than the above mentioned jalapenos, so if you need to take it down a notch, this is your best bet. One study found that eating just one spicy meal per day can boost your metabolism by up to 25%, extending your body’s calorie expenditure up to 3 hours.
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