How to Lose 100 Lbs Eating Fat Burning Foods

How to Lose 100 Lbs Eating Fat Burning Foods
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Overweight and obese people looking to lose 100 lbs. will be most successful by eating a healthy diet combined with regular physical activity. Although there is no one specific diet plan or food that will guarantee weight-loss, there are several foods that can stimulate the metabolism to increase calorie burn. This increases the potential for fat-burning and subsequent overall weight-loss. Consult with a physician prior to initiating a new weight-loss regimen to ensure it meets your individual needs.

Step 1

Drink milk to increase the rate at which you burn fat for weight-loss. Milk is a source of protein, calcium and carbs, all of which may boost the metabolism and decrease insulin production. High insulin levels increases the risk of storing fat in the body. According to a study from the University of Tennessee, dieters lost twice as much weight when they added 1200 to 1300 mg of calcium to their diet versus dieters with smaller intakes.

Step 2

Eat salmon to increase fat-burning potential. Salmon is a source of protein and healthy fats, both of which satiate the appetite to prevent over-eating. Healthy fats including omega-3 fatty acids and monounsaturated fats are needed in the body for normal functions and hormonal balance. According to NYDailyNews.com, omega-3's may also lower levels of the hormone leptin in the body which leads to increased calorie burn.

Step 3

Eat fat-burning whole-grains to lose a large amount of weight. Whole-grains are a source of dietary fiber which is the undigested part of plant foods that is not absorbed by the body. Fiber passes through the digestive tract for elimination and, in the process, aids in the removal of waste products and undigested materials. Furthermore, fiber stabilizes blood-sugar levels to decrease insulin production and prevent the storage of fat in the body. Select whole-wheat bread over white as well as quinoa, brown rice and buckwheat to add to your diet.

Step 4

Buy high-protein chicken to incorporate into your weight-loss diet menu. Protein is an essential nutrient needed in the body for the growth, maintenance and repair of muscle and body tissue. It also helps satiate the appetite by stabilizing blood sugar levels to prevent dips in energy levels and increases in hunger cravings leading to over-eating. According to the NYDailyNews.com, findings from a danish research study showed that men who replaced a fifth of their daily calories from carbs with protein sources increased overall calorie burn by up to 5 percent more.

Step 5

Drink green tea to lose up to 100 lbs. According to the NYDailyNews.com, green tea contains a chemical called epigallocatechin gallate, or EGCG, which increases activity of the brain and central nervous system. This results in a subsequent increase in energy, or calories, burned by the body for fat-loss. Although caffeinated beverages such as coffee and colas work in a similar manner, they also have the side effect of increasing the heart rate which can be dangerous to those with health conditions such as high blood pressure.

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Article reviewed by Maya Black Last updated on: Nov 21, 2011

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