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10 Superfoods To Amp Up Your Weight Loss

10 Superfoods To Amp Up Your Weight Loss

Guest post by Evolve MMA, Asia’s premier championship brand for martial arts. It has the most number of World Champions on the planet. Named as the #1 ranked martial arts organization in Asia by CNN, Yahoo! Sports, FOX Sports, Evolve MMA is the best Singapore BJJ gym.

Many people struggle with losing weight. We go for runs, lift weights, and hit the martial arts gym hard, hoping for quick yet lasting results. Having to go through rigorous workouts, sacrificing your time, and putting in the effort, it’s a tough ordeal.

At the very least, we want to see some progress.

But losing weight shouldn’t be as stressful as it usually sounds. There are a few things you can try to help you along the way. Making wiser food decisions and being mindful of eating habits is one of them. Losing weight, getting fit and healthy — it should be on the top of everyone’s priority lists.

Despite all the hard work you put into your workouts, however, the other half of the equation will always be what you eat. Your diet plays a vital role in your success. Hence, adding healthier food options is very important.

We’ve come up with a short list of incredible superfoods you can try that you may not have known to be great weight-loss nutritional supplements. These food items are very easily accessible, and they taste great.

Let’s take a look at what should be part of your staple diet soon. Today, Evolve Daily shares 10 superfoods to amp up your weight loss and help you reach your fitness goals.

 

1) Almonds

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Almonds are packed with proteins, fiber and are high in good monounsaturated fats and omega-3 fatty acids, making it the perfect superfood for weight loss due to its amazing fat-burning properties.

Studies have shown that consuming almonds daily can help with weight loss and assist in metabolizing fat. Eating a handful of almonds may impact the levels of your LDL cholesterol (low-density lipoproteins) and trigger fat burning around your midsection.

Almonds are practically great as a snack or as an awesome ingredient to most salads and also smoothies. They can also be grounded and turned into flour, which is a great alternative to processed regular flour for those who lead a low-carb lifestyle.

 

2) Avocados

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Everyone’s favorite brunch staple: the delicious buttery goodness that is the avocado. It’s a wonder how this simple fruit is brimming with vitamins and nutrients that nourish the body. It’s also a great source of heart-healthy monounsaturated fats. Like almonds, avocados can lower your “bad” cholesterol.

Since avocados are high in fat and fiber, they can easily make you feel fuller or more satiated for a longer period. Being rich in monounsaturated fats, avocados can aid in appetite reduction, improved metabolism, and may even increase fat-burning after consuming it.

When enjoyed in controlled portions, this versatile fruit may be your best (and most delicious) fat-burning ally.

 

3) Blueberries

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These small but potent berries are magical when it comes to reducing fat around the waist. Research suggests that blueberries can affect genes that control fat-burning and aids in abdominal fat reduction, as well as lowering cholesterol.

Full of fiber and vitamins and low in calories, blueberries are also rich in flavonoids that help protect the body from cell damage and cancer-causing free radicals. The antioxidant-rich food may change the way the body stores and processes glucose for energy, consequently reducing the risk of heart disease and diabetes.

 

4) Broccoli

This miniature tree-like vegetable is a powerhouse produce. It is a great source of fiber and has many essential vitamins and nutrients that not only aid weight loss but also boasts of having antibacterial and immune resistance building properties.

This cruciferous wonder only packs 34 calories in a hundred-gram uncooked serving.

Broccoli is rich in calcium, and as we know, calcium plays a huge role in reducing the production of new fat cells and helps break down stored fat in the body.

5) Dark Chocolate

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Any superfood list would be incomplete without dark chocolate. Dark chocolate has a myriad of benefits not just with weight loss, but also when it comes to stabilizing blood sugar, controlling appetite, and reducing cravings.

Dark chocolate is abundant in a chemical called polyphenol. Polyphenols are proven to have an impact on one’s sense of well-being. According to science, when you feel good, there’s a lower possibility for you to overeat or consume unhealthy food.

Anandamide is another type of lipid found in dark chocolate. This compound is also referred to as “the bliss chemical”. Anandamide is proven to can uplift your mood and also control your cravings.

 

6) Eggs

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Known as a versatile and bonafide fat loss food, eggs are a wonderful source of protein and other key minerals such as selenium and iron. They also contain fat-soluble and water-soluble vitamins A, B, C, D, E, and K. These vitamins will help your body to work smoothly throughout the day.

Making eggs part of your breakfast will keep you recharged throughout the morning and helps improve your brain function throughout the day.

 

7) Lentils

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Besides being rich in protein, this humble grain legume also contains dietary fiber, iron, potassium, folate, and manganese and resistant starch that enables faster metabolic process, making you burn fat quicker.

One-half cup of cooked lentils has only 165 calories too. Like many of the foods listed here, consuming lentils will make you feel satiated for a long time.

 

8) Hot Peppers

Hot peppers provide that much-needed kick to any dish, thanks to capsaicin, the compound that gives hot peppers their heat. The same compound is responsible for thermogenesis, which is the process by which the body turns calories into heat to use for energy.

 

9) Grapefruit

There was a point in time when the Grapefruit Diet, or more commonly known as the Hollywood Diet, was all the rage. The diet suggests consuming half a grapefruit or a glass of grapefruit juice before a meal. Although it does sound like it’s a fad diet, there might be some scientific reason why people consume grapefruits before eating their main meals.

A compound found in this citrus fruit can help balance insulin that is responsible for fat storage in the body and consequently lead to weight loss.

Grapefruit is also an excellent source of protein. Since the tangy fruit is 90% water, it can easily fill you up, so you don’t feel the need to consume more food than you need.

 

10) Salmon

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Anyone who’s looking for a good protein source should look no further. Salmon is packed with essential omega 3 fatty acids and other key nutrients that nourish the body, especially the heart. It is full of astaxanthin, a protective antioxidant.

Salmon is also brimming with vitamins and minerals. Not to mention it is an excellent source of high-quality protein, making you feel fuller for an extended period,

Numerous studies support the idea that eating a protein-rich diet may help you burn more calories and fat while preserving muscle mass. Plus, salmon is downright delicious.

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