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15 Foods That Turn Your Body Into a Fat Burning Machine

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Low on energy? Want your body to start burning fat faster? There are two major factors when you want to speed up your metabolism to start burning fat all day long–including while you sleep!

First: Eat regularly

  • Don’t skip meals, especially breakfast, and eat enough calories. Eating too few calories or skipping meals can cause your body to slow down your metabolism to preserve energy.

Second: Eat metabolism-boosting foods

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  • Try eating more protein, spicy foods, or drinking green tea or coffee:

With both of those tips in mind, start mixing and matching these metabolism-boosting foods below to give your body’s engine the fuel it needs to burn, baby, burn! It will help you see results faster by turning your body into a fat-burning machine and even improve your mood!

15. Almonds

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Though high in calories, when eaten in moderation these nuts are a great source of unsaturated fats (keeping you fuller longer) and rich in protein, causing your body to burn more calories following consumption.

14. Asparagus

This veggie is a nutrient powerhouse. Whether grilled or tossed into a salad, you’ll nab the benefits of 4 grams of protein per cup, all for 30 calories.

Not to mention, one serving is loaded with as much as 73 percent of your recommended daily value of vitamin C, 180 percent of your vitamin K and 61 percent of your folate.

RELATED: What is Metabolism & Why Is It Important?

13. Avocado

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Avocado contains all 9 essential amino acids, plus heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids (found in fish like salmon, tuna and halibut) necessary for reducing inflammation and lowering the risk of chronic diseases such as arthritis and heart disease.

Did we mention this fruit is also packed with 2 grams of protein per half?

12. Broccoli

This cruciferous veggie packs serious nutritional power in just a few calories per bite.

High in water and fiber (4 grams per NLEA serving), your body will be left feeling reenergized.

11. Cheese

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Low-fat options like cottage cheese are packed with 14 grams of protein for every ½ cup.

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