In most cases, people trying to lose weight will opt for a quick diet. Those things do not work. Yes, you can lose few pounds in a week by going to a very strict starvation diet. But the pounds will come back instantly after you go back to your regular eating plan.
What you need is a lifestyle change. You need to start consuming foods that are good for your overall health, but also help you in your weight loss program.
With that in mind, here are 11 foods that will help you in your journey for lean, and slim fit body.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Just one spoon of apple cider vinegar will help with blood sugar. The best way is to add a teaspoon of ACV in your morning glass of water. This way, your water delivers nutrients to your body you otherwise are not getting.
Always go for an organic and unpasteurized apple cider vinegar. By helping you control blood sugar levels, apple cider vinegar essentially prevents those sugar cravings that spell trouble for your weight loss plan.
Honey
In just one spoon of raw and organic honey, you get a ton of digestive enzymes your body needs to metabolize fat. There are thousands of different enzymes in one spoon of organic honey. These help the digestive system. Once your digestive system starts metabolizing fat, you burn more calories. Just make sure you look for a honey with an “organic” label on it.
Coconut oil
Health experts and nutritionists all around the world have been saying this for years: stop cooking with vegetable oils and start cooking with healthy oils. Coconut oil is something you can use for cooking, but also for many other recipes. Coconut oil is rich in healthy fats, those fatty acids that make you feel full, but also increase the metabolic rate of your body. To summarize, cook with coconut oil to burn more fat.
Ginger
There are so many simple ways to add more ginger to your diet. One of the best is to “spice up” your morning smoothie. Or brew some ginger tea. Ginger helps you get rid of fat, and reduce your overall weight in the process.
And let’s not forget, a teaspoon of ginger powder will make almost any dish that much tastier.
Ginger helps you lose weight in two ways. The first one is by improving your digestion. But it will also help you lose more fat by acting as a metabolism booster.
Turmeric
While we are on the subject of spices, let’s take a look at the “king of healthy spices”. Turmeric, that yellow spice that is a staple in Indian cuisine is one of the healthiest things you can get. You can easily recognize turmeric by its bright orange-yellow color. In dishes, you’ll notice its distinct flavor.
Turmeric helps your weight loss program by providing your body with a number of antioxidants that burn fat. Same as with ginger, you can prepare turmeric tea, or add it to lean meats to add more flavor to your dishes.
Do not ignore this lesser-known spice anymore. The Western World is slowly embracing turmeric, and it is time to get on the train as well.
Cinnamon
Cinnamon is the most effective spice for improving metabolic rate. Just a teaspoon of cinnamon in the morning, and your body will burn a lot more calories throughout the day. In addition, cinnamon brings a lot of essential minerals and fiber to the table.
If you want to easily add more cinnamon, sprinkle some in your morning tea or smoothie. And if you want to take things to the next level, mix a spoon of honey and sprinkle some cinnamon on it. Consume it in the morning, and you’ll notice results sooner rather than later.
Thyme
Another popular option for a weight-loss tea in the morning is thyme. Rich in antioxidants and vitamins, thyme will greatly improve your chances of losing weight. And if you like to add it in your meals, thyme pairs wonderfully with chicken and turkey breast.
Lemon Juice
Whenever you are sick, you probably reach for some lemons. We all do it. Lemons are rich in vitamin C, and other vitamins and minerals that support our immune system.
Drinking lemon water in the morning is another popular way for losing weight. Lemon helps alkalinize your body, which is a recipe for success in your weight loss program.
Flaxseed
Flaxseeds are rich in so many healthy nutrients, starting with antioxidants and fiber. But they also contain a healthy dose of omega-3 fatty acids. Consuming flaxseeds will help keep you satiated until the next meal.
Getting a healthy dose of omega-3 is crucial so your body can work properly. In many cases, you cannot lose weight because of nutrient deficiency. Omega-3 fatty acids prevent that.
Avocado
Many health care and weight loss experts recommend avocado. Same as flaxseeds, it is rich in healthy fats. And the best part about avocado? You can eat it anytime of the day. Add to your breakfast smoothie, use it in your lunch salad, or garnish your dinner. And in between, just slice some avocado and eat it as a snack. It will help you feel full until your meal.
Healthy fats found in avocado help your body burn more fat. Instead of gaining fat, you are burning it.
Dark chocolate
You’ve probably heard it before. Avoid chocolate if you want to lose weight. But that applies to regular milk chocolate. Dark chocolate, rich in dark cacao powder is full with antioxidants. You can either eat some dark chocolate, or go a step further and sprinkle dark chocolate powder into your smoothie.