METABOLISM BOOSTING FOODS:
- SEA VEGETABLES: High in iodine which supports the thyroid
- BLUEBERRIES: Help balance blood sugar (due to its high-fiber content and anthorepletecyanin content) and reduce inflammation as they are high in antioxidants, help improve brain function and memory and reduce muscle damage post-workout.
- PROTEIN: 35% of protein is made up of essential amino acids leucine, isoleucine, and valine, together known as branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs). Get optimal amounts of high-quality and anti-inflammatory protein from wild-caught fish, grass-fed beef, and free-range poultry. Vegans and vegetarians, choose high-quality plant-based proteins like legumes, quinoa, and raw nuts. Protein powders, especially pea, provide high amounts of BCAAs. You can also supplement with BCAA powder or capsules. Aim for about 5 grams or more of these amino acids per day.
- CACAO: Rich in minerals, particularly magnesium—the most important nutrient found to affect adiponectin levels. Adiponectin is a protein hormone exclusively made in fat tissue. Low levels are associated with inflammation, obesity, and a higher risk of diabetes.
- FIBER: Get at least 25 grams per day, helps relieve bloating but it can also boost your metabolism. Specifically indigestible fiber, which requires additional energy expenditure so you burn more calories. Adding more fiber to your diet will also help keep you full for longer and help you avoid overeating. The key is to go slowly by increasing by a few grams every week so that you don't overload your system, leading to abdominal pain and constipation.
- PAPAYA/PINEAPPLE: Contain digestive enzymes profile that boost your metabolism.
