Food for Thought - Fatloss Grub Part I
The calcium, complex carbohydrates, and fiber that are found in Whole-Grain Cereal, and Oatmeal rev up metabolism by keeping insulin levels low after eating. I know what you're thinking "But Jon, won't the carbs in the oatmeal actually raise my insulin?" No! Well... transiently. Do not interpret this as a justification to eat the candy packets that Post Cereal likes to call instant oatmeal. Eat uncut steel-rolled sawdust type oatmeal that has not been leached of its fiber, add a little splenda, and you'll be 100 steps ahead of the game.
The calcium, complex carbohydrates, and fiber that are found in Whole-Grain Cereal, and Oatmeal rev up metabolism by keeping insulin levels low after eating. I know what you're thinking "But Jon, won't the carbs in the oatmeal actually raise my insulin?" No! Well... transiently. Do not interpret this as a justification to eat the candy packets that Post Cereal likes to call instant oatmeal. Eat uncut steel-rolled sawdust type oatmeal that has not been leached of its fiber, add a little splenda, and you'll be 100 steps ahead of the game.
(Note from JRW - I get the unflavored Quaker brand and add fresh fruit as a sweetner)
Capsaicin, found in hot peppers like jalapeno, habanero, and cayenne peppers, ups your metabolism by speeding up your heart rate. It's bite actually speeds up your calorie burning for up to three hours; ever notice how you sweat a little after you finish eating that bowl of spicy ramen? Spicy food is the bomb, just bring some mints along with you and don't over do it with the spice... burn ya once... burn ya twice...
Caffeine and a chemical in green tea called EGCG up your metabolism. Just as the capsaicin, caffeine ups your heart rate. The EGCG in green tea makes your brain and nervous system run faster. EGCG has a whole host of other benefits that I'm not going to get into here, but do yourself a favor and drink some - Lipton makes some awesome diet stuff that's ready to drink and it's available in nearly every gas station on the planet.
Capsaicin, found in hot peppers like jalapeno, habanero, and cayenne peppers, ups your metabolism by speeding up your heart rate. It's bite actually speeds up your calorie burning for up to three hours; ever notice how you sweat a little after you finish eating that bowl of spicy ramen? Spicy food is the bomb, just bring some mints along with you and don't over do it with the spice... burn ya once... burn ya twice...
Caffeine and a chemical in green tea called EGCG up your metabolism. Just as the capsaicin, caffeine ups your heart rate. The EGCG in green tea makes your brain and nervous system run faster. EGCG has a whole host of other benefits that I'm not going to get into here, but do yourself a favor and drink some - Lipton makes some awesome diet stuff that's ready to drink and it's available in nearly every gas station on the planet.
(Note from JRW - EGCG and compounds found in berries are also antioxidants. Antioxidants protect your cells from cancer causing free radicals)
Omega-3 fatty acids, found in salmon, tuna, and sardines, help raise metabolism. Fish-oil supplements probably work just as well (although everyone knows that unprocessed natural foods are better). Just don't over do like I did with 30 fish pills a day or you're going to end up with an oily mess...
EAT RASPBERRIES! Raspberries contain a magical molecule that has been dubbed Raspberry Ketone! RK causes increased translocation of HSL (hormone sensitive lipase). HSL is the rate limiting step of fatloss and by eating raspberries you will definitely increase the amount of fatloss over placebo.
So class, in conclusion, each day I want you to eat and drink: Fish, Raspberries, Peppers (or hot sauce), Green Tea and Oatmeal! Trust me, your body will thank you =)
Jon E
Omega-3 fatty acids, found in salmon, tuna, and sardines, help raise metabolism. Fish-oil supplements probably work just as well (although everyone knows that unprocessed natural foods are better). Just don't over do like I did with 30 fish pills a day or you're going to end up with an oily mess...
EAT RASPBERRIES! Raspberries contain a magical molecule that has been dubbed Raspberry Ketone! RK causes increased translocation of HSL (hormone sensitive lipase). HSL is the rate limiting step of fatloss and by eating raspberries you will definitely increase the amount of fatloss over placebo.
So class, in conclusion, each day I want you to eat and drink: Fish, Raspberries, Peppers (or hot sauce), Green Tea and Oatmeal! Trust me, your body will thank you =)
Jon E
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