Foods that boost metabolism

There are many things that boost metabolism such as exercise and water. 

There are also foods that also boost metabolism, foods such as: 

• Broccoli: Broccoli is known as a super food, full of vitamins and minerals. Having a deficiency of vital nutrients can slow down the metabolism 
• Spinach: Spinach and All green leafy vegetables have the vitamins and minerals the body needs to function, being deficient in essential vitamins and minerals can slow down the metabolism. 
• Green tea: Green tea contains a compound called EGCG which assist in speeding up the metabolism  
• Chili: contain capsaicin, a chemical compound that can kick start your metabolism for the day, add some to your morning omelet for that kick start to the day
• Water: Dehydration can cause the metabolism to slow down, water is important to keep the metabolism working. If you have cold water your body will use up calories to warm it up.. 
• Protein:Protein is essential for metabolism as well as muscle growth and recovery, foods such as fish, lentils, lean meats, chicken, eggs and turkey are rich in protein 

Eating well, exercising and having nutrients such as vitamin C and protein boost the metabolism and in turn assist in losing weight. 

 

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