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Eat 'n Lose: Top 10 Fat-Burning Foods!

By Sheri Strykowski

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Stoke your metabolic fire and burn calories faster with diet-friendly foods

and beverages. Post this list on your fridge next to the photo of you in

your " skinny jeans " and make a copy to bring with you the next time you

shop for groceries.

Just remember: calories count, portion control rules and there’s no

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diet and regular exercise. So get moving!

Here are the top picks culled from some of the latest research:

1. Water! A new study seems to indicate that drinking water actually speeds

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Germany found that subjects of the study increased their metabolic rates

(the rate at which calories are burned) by 30 percent after drinking

approximately 17 ounces of water. Water is also a natural appetite

suppressant that banishes bloat as it flushes out sodium and toxins.

Drinking enough water will also help keep you from mistaking thirst for

hunger. So drink up!

2. Green Tea! Studies show that green tea extract boosts metabolism and may

aid in weight loss. This mood-enhancing tea has also been reported to

contain anti-cancer properties and help prevent heart disease. It's also a

trendy drink among weight-conscious celebrities.

3. Soup! Eat less and burn fat faster by having a bowl of soup as an

appetizer or a snack. According to a Penn State University study, soup is a

super appetite suppressant because it’s made up of a hunger-satisfying

combination of liquids and solids. In the study, women chose one of three

270-calorie snacks before lunch. Women who had chicken and rice soup as a

snack consumed an average of 100 fewer calories than those in the study who

opted for a chicken and rice casserole or the casserole and a glass of

water.

4. Grapefruit! The grapefruit diet is not a myth. Researchers at Scripps

Clinic found that participants who ate half a grapefruit with each meal in a

12-week period lost an average of 3.6 pounds. The study indicates that the

unique chemical properties in this vitamin C-packed citrus fruit reduce

insulin levels, which promotes weight loss. NOTE: If you are taking

medication, check with your doctor about any potentially adverse

interactions with grapefruit.

5. Apples & Pears! Overweight women who ate the equivalent of three small

apples or pears a day lost more weight on a low-calorie diet than women who

didn’t add fruit to their diet, according to researchers from the State

University of Rio de Janeiro. Fruit eaters also ate fewer calories overall.

So, next time you need to satisfy a sugar craving, reach for this

low-calorie, high-fiber snack. You’ll feel full longer and eat less.

6. Broccoli! Study after study links calcium and weight loss. Broccoli is

not only high in calcium but it's also loaded with vitamin C which boosts

calcium absorption. This member of the nutritious cabbage family also has

plenty of vitamin A, folate and fiber. And, at just 20-calories per cup,

this weight loss superfood not only fights fat but also contains powerful

phytochemicals that boost your immunity and protect against disease.

7. Low-Fat Yogurt! Dairy products can boost weight loss efforts, according

to a study in the April issue of Obesity Research. People on a

reduced-calorie diet who included 3-4 servings of dairy foods lost

significantly more weight than those who ate a low-dairy diet containing the

same number of calories. Low-fat yogurt is a rich source of

weight-loss-friendly calcium, providing about 450 mg (about half the

recommended daily allowance for women ages 19-50) per 8-ounce serving, as

well as 12 grams of protein.

8. Lean Turkey! Rev up your fat-burning engine with this bodybuilder

favorite. Countless studies have shown that protein can help boost

metabolism, lose fat and build lean muscle tissue so you burn more calories.

A 3-ounce serving of boneless, skinless lean turkey breast weighs in at 120

calories and provides 26 grams of appetite-curbing protein, 1 gram of fat

and 0 grams of saturated fat.

9. Oatmeal! This heart-healthy favorite ranks high on the good carb list,

because it’s a good source of cholesterol-fighting, fat-soluble fiber (7

grams per 3/4-cup serving) that keeps you full and provides you with the

energy you need to make the most of your workouts. Just be sure to choose

steel cut or rolled oats, not instant oatmeal, to get your full dose of

vitamins, minerals and fiber.

10. Hot Peppers! Eating hot peppers can speed up your metabolism and cool

your cravings, researchers at Laval University in Canada found. Here's why:

capsaicin (a chemical found in jalapeño and cayenne peppers) temporarily

stimulates your body to release more stress hormones, which speeds up your

metabolism and causes you to burn more calories

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Here's how these 10 fat-blasting superstars help you lose weight:

* Each of these healthy weight-loss boosters fills you up and keeps you

full longer on fewer calories.

* Water-rich fresh fruits, veggies and soup dilute the calories in your

food and allow you to eat more without breaking the calorie bank.

* High-fiber fruit, vegetables and nutritious whole grains keep your

digestive system on track and steady insulin levels, which prevents fat

storage.

* Lean meat boosts metabolism and burns calories because it take more

energy to digest than other foods.

Sheri Strykowski is a freelance journalist who specializes in health,

fitness and lifestyle. Her articles have appeared in The Chicago Tribune,

Lerner newspapers and National Safety Council publications. She is also a

content expert who has built over 40 websites for a Fortune 100 company.

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