The best way to achieve weight loss is a mix of physical activity, and a healthy, properly portioned diet. However, there are certain food components that are especially important in metabolic functioning that can be that extra push in reaching the health and fitness goals you’ve set in place.
For instance, B-vitamins play a huge roll in metabolism. This set of vitamins- which includes B1 (Thiamin), B2 (Riboflavin), B3 (Niacin), B6 (Pyridoxine), B12– are essential in energy production as well as immune protection. Thiamin and Riboflavin will be found in highest concentration in pork, other lean meats, leafy greens, and fortified grain products. Niacin can be found in lean meats too, as well as peanuts, avocado and fish.
Not only are bananas an amazing source of Potassium, but they also contain high amounts of vitamin B6. The one B-vitamin that can only be found within animal products such as dairy, meats and fish is B12. This is very important to note for those consuming a vegan diet, as they will need to take a B12 supplement.
Another awesome fat-burning food includes fish oil, as studies show consumption of this polyunsaturated fat (omega-3) can decrease fat mass in comparison to those that do not consume fish oil. The fish highest in this omega-3 oil include salmon, herring, sardines, and albacore tuna.
Besides B-vitamins and fish oil, the compound capsaicin-which makes hot peppers hot-can aid in the reduction of body fat accumulation. Capsaicin does so by activating brown adipose tissue, thereby regulating energy balance and body fat. Having a balanced diet full of veggies, lean meats, fish, and something spicy now and then, will not only make you feel better but help your body burn fat. This style of eating could not be any simpler, especially with DeliverLean. Serving you an amazing and delicious balance of fresh produce, lean protein sources, wild caught fish, and flavorful herbs and spices, it has never been this easy to become a healthier-and more toned-you!