Revitalizing Brown Rice & Metabolism Boosting Foods…back with Great Day SA!

Even when the temps spike at 106*F I’m still happy to be home, especially when a visit finds me on the set of Great Day San Antonio!  Today I dished out tips on ways to boost your metabolism through the foods you eat.  Oh yes, it’s true!  Check out these studies:

ENERGIZING

• The Study: Studies have shown that foods containing caffeine and natural antioxidant, catechin increase 24-hour energy expenditure and fax oxidation.
• The Fuel: Green Tea, Dark Chocolate, Berries

WARMING

• The Study: Studies have shown that a spicy meal or snack, rich in the active component capsacin, can provide a temporary rise in metabolism of about 8% greater than a person’s typical metabolic rate. This temporary boost helps to suppress your desire to eat.
• The Fuel: Jalapeno, Cayenne and Chili Peppers

HEARTY

• The Study: High fiber foods keep your insulin levels steady and move excess calories through your system quicker which helps your body prevent fat storage.
• The Fuel: Fruits, Vegetables, Brown Rice, Whole Grains

CHEWY

• The Study: Omega-3 fatty acids lower levels of the hormone leptin helping to control energy intake/expenditure and speed up your metabolism.
• The Fuel: Salmon, Tuna, Sunflower Seeds

Just Wendy Jo