Did you know that as people age their metabolism slows down quite a bit? Poor eating habits, lack of exercise, not getting enough sleep at night and constant stress and anxiety can be contributing factors when it comes to weight gain and changes in metabolism.
Here are the 5 top foods that help to boost up your metabolism:
1. Opt out for organic foods whenever you could:
Genetically modified foods and conventional foods that are treated with chemicals such as endocrine disruptors, rBGH/rBST growth hormones, and antibiotics can screw up your metabolism and make you gain weight. Organic foods on the other hand, have much lower level of chemicals, pesticides and herbicides linked to obesity and weight gain.
2. Incorporate rich-fiber foods to your diet
Raw organic foods are high in fiber and other valuable nutrients such as micronutrients, antioxidants and phytochemicals and can help to cleanse the body from accumulation of toxins and free radicals and improve weight loss.
3. Include foods high in Omega 3 fatty acids to your diet
Food sources high in omega 3 fatty acids or DHA are essential for improving intelligence and proper brain function of babies and growing children. Foods sources high in omega 3 fatty acids can also help to get rid of bad fat or stubborn fat in the body. Wild sockeye salmon (lowest mercury fish), nuts, seeds, avocado, olive oil and avocado oil are great source of omega 3 fatty acids.
4. Include foods high in magnesium
According to researchers, more than 80% of Americans have Magnesium deficiency. Keep in mind that the ratio of magnesium to calcium happens to be a very important factor in improving health. In the Western diet, the ratio of calcium to magnesium happens to be 1 to 6, but many nutritionists suggest that the ratio should be more like 1 to 1. Organic green leafy vegetables, raw cacao beans, seeds and nuts such as sesame seeds, almonds and cashews are great source of magnesium.
5. Drink more water and skip sodas and sugary drinks
Drinking water on a regular basis throughout the day can improve weight loss and help to cleanse the body from accumulation of free radicals and toxins. You should drink at least 3 liters of filtered water throughout the day and skip drinking sodas and sugary drinks.