Fat Burning Foods You May Not Have Considered

When you are trying to burn fat and improve your body content, the foods you put into your body is just as important as the exercise you put out. Aside from the obvious strategies of avoiding fatty or fried foods and simple carbohydrates that can turn into body fat very easily, gaining a higher level of understanding of how you fuel your body will help you burn the fat that you already may have much faster.

Fruits as Fat Burning Foods

When you need a quick burst of energy or are craving something sweet, your body asks you for sugar. You can replace your bodies need for simple, processed sugar by eating more fruit. Not only will you avoid the unnecessary calories of sugary snacks that keep you on the treadmill longer, your body will respond positively to the infusion of natural sugars from fruits. The cravings you may feel for a cookie or something sweet will subside. In addition, fruits are high in the nutrients and antioxidants that your body requires to stay healthy and young.

Green Apples

A medium sized green apple has about six grams of fiber to help your digestive tract. They have no sodium and are packed with vitamins and minerals. You can fill up on one as a snack to alleviate the mid-afternoon doldrums.

Peaches

Though they are not always in season, they are delicious and low in calories. They have a healthy serving of vitamins A and C.

Pineapple and Papaya

Many tropical fruits have disease-fighting properties. Pineapple also contains bromelain, an enzyme that helps break down protein. Many detoxification flushes use pineapple as a way to rid the body of toxins and aid in weight loss. Papaya is excellent for your digestion.

Limes

Limes are a great seasoning alternative. It is a refreshing way to dress a salad and avoid the extra calories of commercial dressings. It is a great alternative for seasoning chicken, seafood and even beef.

Vegetables as Fat Burning Foods

Aside from being a great source of vitamins, minerals and fiber, vegetables are also an excellent, low-calorie filler for your meal. In general, vegetables are low in fat and high in nutrients. Many vegetables, such as broccoli, can be considered “free foods” which can be eaten anytime and do not add to your daily caloric intake.

Artichokes

The unsung hero. It is flavorful, nutritious and widely under-used. A medium sized artichoke can give you more than four grams of protein and six grams of fiber. Sautee or grill the leaves for a delicious treat.

Tomatoes

Tomatoes are at the top of my list of favorite vegetables (even though they are really a fruit). They have more vitamins than most vegetables and have large amounts of lycopene, which is believed to fight cancer. Tomatoes are low in calories, which make them great for fat-burning.

Seafood for Fat Burning

Usually, if it comes from the ocean, you can’t go wrong. Some fishes, such as salmon, can be higher than others less fatty fish, such as white tuna, but even so, it will be leaner than beef or pork.

Shrimp

Shrimp is a great source of protein and an excellent fat-burner. An average portion of shrimp has more than 15 grams of protein. It can be cooked in so many ways that it can easily become a fat-burning diet staple. Always delicious, whether stir-fried or skewered with vegetables or tossed in a salad.

Tuna

Whether canned or fresh, tuna offers a big portion of protein and has minimal cholesterol. It can help you get the protein you need to maintain lean muscle mass without the added fat.

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