Seems everyone has a list these days. Well I have one of my
own that not only works for me, but for hundreds my clients
as well. These foods will not only help your body burn more
calories but they are delicious, affordable and EASY to
prepare. So print out this list and Get Energized!
1. High Fiber Cereal - look for 5 grams or more of Fiber
and no more than 8g of sugar. I like to have at least one
hot cereal (rolled oats) and one cold (Kashi Go Lean
Crunch).
2. Apples - Okay, any fresh fruit will do, but apples are
so easy to grab and go, we always have them on hand. Make
it easy on yourself and have at least 2 different fresh
fruits you can choose to eat each day. This week I have
apple slices and grapes on hand.
3. Almonds - Your "portable protein" - the perfect
emergency snack or pair it up with a fruit or veggie. High
in metabolism-boosting Protein and Healthy Fats. But it is
easy to eat too many - measure out 1/4 cup servings and
stick in a snack size baggie.
4. Eggs - Yes, they ARE good for you. They are considered
the gold standard of protein quality because of their
superior amino acid content. It takes less than 3 minutes
to prepare an egg. One of my favorite on-the-go egg tips:
microwave your eggs in a coffee cup (lightly coated with
olive oil for easy clean up). Your egg is now the perfect
shape to top a whole wheat English muffin and eat on the
run.
5. Spinach - This super veggie goes with everything. At
only 5 calories per cup how could it not?! Use in omelets,
wraps, salads, side dishes...the list goes on.
6. Yogurt - great source of protein and the live cultures
help boost immunity. Goes great with Kashi Go Lean Crunch
or other high fiber cereals. HOWEVER: Avoid choosing brands
that contain High Fructose Corn Syrup. Read the ingredients.
7. Grilled Chicken - okay this is tied with frozen wild
salmon filets (loaded with omega-3's.) One of the easiest,
most versatile "meal makers" available. I'll have to share
the many ways chicken can be prepared just to prove it is
not boring to eat!
8. Black Beans - Packed with the leanest protein and very
high in fiber - and only $.75 a can - how can you go wrong?
Beans are a great alternative to those who feel like they
are eating the same protein day in and day out.
9. Salsa - yes, tomatoes have wonderful health benefits,
but in salsa form they also work well to add low cal,
energizing flavor to your meals. From eggs, to rice and
beans and even as a salad dressing (my absolute favorite).
Choose a spicy variety and get the added
metabolism-boosting kick from Capsaicin - the chemical in
peppers that gives them their bite.
10. Green Tea - A Morning Must. Now I used to be an avid
Starbucks fan....but the extra calories and ton of sugar
completely sabotaged my results. Green tea was the perfect
replacement. It has a lower level of caffeine (to help me
get off the energy roller coaster) and loaded with EGCG.
(studies show this ingredient causes your brain and nervous
system to run more quickly - helping you burn more
calories.) BONUS: It enhances your mood as well. Be sure to
brew your own for these benefits are NOT found in store
bought green teas.
Now this list is not exclusive for I could go on with 10
more energizing super foods. But this is simply way to get
you started.
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Holly Rigsby, CPT, MAT America's #1 Fat Loss Expert for
Busy Moms and the author of Fit Yummy Mummy Lifestyle
System http://www.fityumymumy.com and expert contributor at
http://www.efittoday.com She has helped well over 500 Mom's
lose the stubborn baby fat and get their pre-baby body
back. Don't miss her Free Report: Top 5 Busy Mom Metabolism
Boosters.
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