Are you skipping breakfast every morning? If you are, you’re losing the chance to burn extra fat and kickstart your metabolism early in your day. Breakfast is extremely important to a successful nutrition and weight loss program because it starts your metabolism, which burns calories and sheds excess fat on your body.
On your path to nutrition revolution it’s important to pick the right foods to eat in the morning because the right foods can be the difference in losing an extra 15-20 pounds. We picked our six favorite metabolism boosting breakfast foods and recipes that can help you shed pounds quick:
1. Chili peppers
What! Those peppers you put in your morning omelet are actually supercharged metabolism boosters? You bet. Chili peppers contain an amazing chemical compound called capsaicin, which kicks your metabolism into high gear and helps you burn fat.
In fact, many nutritionists suggest you add a half cup of chili peppers into your daily diet every day. Wondering what you should toss these chili peppers into? Try this melt-in-your-mouth recipe we developed that’s also extremely nutritious:
RECIPE: Savory Beef Stir Fry with Antioxidant Avocado Salad
2. Egg whites
One of the best metabolism boosters in the world at branch chain amino acids, a type of protein – and egg whites are filled with them. These BCAA’s give your metabolism the boost it needs to start burning fat early in the morning.
Plus, egg whites are extremely affordable, and you can pick up a pre-sorted carton in almost any grocery store. We suggest using this omelet recipe and subbing in eggwhites for regular eggs.
RECIPE: Muffin Tin Mini Omelet
3. Vitality Blend
Gotta have it! Vitality Blend works on the cellular level to give your body the essential nutrients needed for healthy and vibrant metabolism boosts. In addition, organs such as your heart, liver, skin and brain, as well as your nervous system will have the nutrients needed to keep you healthy and active. This is crucial for maintaining a high metabolism.
Made from all-natural, plant-based ingredients, this stuff is packed with energy producing superfoods such as Organic Goji Berries, Organic Brown Flax Seed, Organic Chia Seed, Mangosteen, and Pomegranate. High in protein and fiber, this low-glycemic meal replacer is fortified with vitamins and minerals to help you power through your busy day. We created a few AWESOME recipes you can use with Vitality Blend:
RECIPE: Salted Caramel Smoothie
RECIPE: Peanut Butter and Jelly Smoothie
RECIPE: Blueberry Blast Smoothie
RECIPE: Warm Cinnamon Roll Smoothie
RECIPE: Delicious Apple Pie Smoothie
RECIPE: Chocolate Coffee Mocha Smoothie
4. Green tea
Mmm..green tea. This beautiful brew of yumminess is actually extremely healthy for you and is a great alternative to coffee. Green tea contains a plant compound called EGCG. This compound is great for you because research suggests it promotes fat burning.
5. Whole Grain Oatmeal
It’s super important that you get whole grain oatmeal, because whole grains are extremely beneficial for boosting your metabolism. This is because they’re a lot more difficult to break down than non-whole grain, processed carbs (like white bread and pasta), which causes your body to kick into high gear so it can metabolize that energy. Oatmeal is also an amazing breakfast food because, with a little creativity, you can make dozens of delicious recipes to jumpstart your morning! We have a few here you can click on and download for free:
RECIPE: Maca Oatmeal with Blueberries and Almonds
RECIPE: Rich Dark Chocolate Oatmeal with Almonds
RECIPE: Nutty Blueberry Banana Oatmeal
6. Water
Doctors say that even if you’re a teeeeeeny bit dehydrated, your metabolism may plummet. We recommend you drink 64 oz. of water per day to ensure you’re getting the proper hydration and you’re not shooting yourself in the “metabolic foot” because you didn’t consume enough water.
Tip: Drink cold water if possible, because it forces your body to use more calories to heat it up!
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