Wednesday, June 24, 2009

Dieting on a Budget

The following foods stimulate the metabolism and burn more calories:

Green Tea: Experts believe that the catechins contained in green tea help burn belly fat. We should aim for three 8-ounce cups a day.

Cinnamon: Adding 1/4 to 1 teaspoon of this spice to hot cereal, marinades, smoothies, or yogurt will help blood sugar get into cells to be used for energy. As a result, less is stored as fat.

Chili Peppers: These wonder foods are packed with capsaicin, a compound which increases body temperature and metabolism. They are found in high quantities in hot salsa and many Thai and Indian curry dishes.

Yogurt: Both low-fat and regular yogurts contain probiotics. According to researchers, these "friendly" bacteria help reduce the amount of fat our bodies absorb.

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