Nutrition Bodybuilding Tips To Boost Your Metabolism
The following 6 foods could act similar to the way a thermogenic or a cardio session in how they affect the body. These foods can ramp up your metabolism, and in essence, can assist you in burning fat whilst also maintaining a healthy, longer lasting life. And who wouldn't want that?
How many people blame their genetic pre-disposition on their slow metabolism? Or, how many people say that their partner can take off weight easily when they work harder and still stay stagnant because of their metabolism? By having these foods in the right portions and at the right times of the day, you'll be helping yourself in your own weight-loss, muscle-gain ventures.
1. Blueberries: They are antioxidants. Antioxidants seem to be the new buzzword of the decade. We know everyone needs more antioxidants, but most people don't understand why. We buy the foods with antioxidants but don't truly understand what they do.
Oxidation is a chemical process within your body whereby electrons are taken off a substance via a chemical reaction. When your body undergoes oxidative stress, such as when you're sick, have a disease or after a workout, the product from this oxidation is known as a 'free radical'. Good thing we have antioxidants like blueberries.
Free radicals can start to build up in our body if they are not removed. They will start to damage our cells and this will lead to inhibited muscle growth. It can also lead to fat loss and even a disease. This is why we need antioxidants, and why they are a good thing. Antioxidants will help our bodies to prevent oxidation, and prevent build up of free radicals.
2. Almonds: Many believe that one of nature's miraculous foods is almonds. We get the most healthy calories and nutrition out of the least amount. It's the highest amount of nutrition for the smallest amount of calories that we eat. One serving size of almonds is the size of a handful and is a great source of vitamin E. It's a great source of fiber too and will help you to stay full, and offers monounsaturated fat.
3. Whey Protein: Whey protein (the highest quality and best form of protein) is incredible stuff. It provides the body with the necessary building blocks to produce amino acids that are used for building muscle tissue. Whey protein also plays a role as an antioxidant and helps support a healthy immune system. Most importantly, consistent whey protein intake coupled with exercise will result in consistent muscle building and potential fat loss.
4. Salmon: Although it's higher in calories than most whitefish, salmon is low in saturated fat, yet high in protein, and a unique type of health-promoting fat, the omega-3 essential fatty acid. The omega-3 fats found in salmon have a broad array of beneficial cardiovascular effects. Omega-3s help prevent erratic heart rhythms, make blood less likely to clot inside arteries, improve the ratio of good cholesterol to bad cholesterol, and can help prevent the clogging of arteries.
5. Spinach: A jade green in color, leafy vegetable such as spinach can provide more nutrients than most other foods. Protect yourself against osteoporosis, colon cancer, arthritis, and other diseases by eating lots of spinach. Spinach is also known for benefiting your mental state too.
6. Water: Water makes up nearly 2/3rds of our body's weight. Did you know that 83% percent of your blood is made up of water? Muscles consist of 75% water, bones are 22% water, and the brain is 74% water. Knowing how big of a percentage of your body is made up of water can help you to understand how important it is to stay hydrated. The human body cannot function without it. Without water we are depriving our bodies with the most essential nutrient.
Believe me; if you include any (preferably all) of these foods in your daily eating plan, your body will thank you with extra energy and longevity. There aren't many foods out there that can help keep you fit and healthy, but these 6 are a great start. - 17269
How many people blame their genetic pre-disposition on their slow metabolism? Or, how many people say that their partner can take off weight easily when they work harder and still stay stagnant because of their metabolism? By having these foods in the right portions and at the right times of the day, you'll be helping yourself in your own weight-loss, muscle-gain ventures.
1. Blueberries: They are antioxidants. Antioxidants seem to be the new buzzword of the decade. We know everyone needs more antioxidants, but most people don't understand why. We buy the foods with antioxidants but don't truly understand what they do.
Oxidation is a chemical process within your body whereby electrons are taken off a substance via a chemical reaction. When your body undergoes oxidative stress, such as when you're sick, have a disease or after a workout, the product from this oxidation is known as a 'free radical'. Good thing we have antioxidants like blueberries.
Free radicals can start to build up in our body if they are not removed. They will start to damage our cells and this will lead to inhibited muscle growth. It can also lead to fat loss and even a disease. This is why we need antioxidants, and why they are a good thing. Antioxidants will help our bodies to prevent oxidation, and prevent build up of free radicals.
2. Almonds: Many believe that one of nature's miraculous foods is almonds. We get the most healthy calories and nutrition out of the least amount. It's the highest amount of nutrition for the smallest amount of calories that we eat. One serving size of almonds is the size of a handful and is a great source of vitamin E. It's a great source of fiber too and will help you to stay full, and offers monounsaturated fat.
3. Whey Protein: Whey protein (the highest quality and best form of protein) is incredible stuff. It provides the body with the necessary building blocks to produce amino acids that are used for building muscle tissue. Whey protein also plays a role as an antioxidant and helps support a healthy immune system. Most importantly, consistent whey protein intake coupled with exercise will result in consistent muscle building and potential fat loss.
4. Salmon: Although it's higher in calories than most whitefish, salmon is low in saturated fat, yet high in protein, and a unique type of health-promoting fat, the omega-3 essential fatty acid. The omega-3 fats found in salmon have a broad array of beneficial cardiovascular effects. Omega-3s help prevent erratic heart rhythms, make blood less likely to clot inside arteries, improve the ratio of good cholesterol to bad cholesterol, and can help prevent the clogging of arteries.
5. Spinach: A jade green in color, leafy vegetable such as spinach can provide more nutrients than most other foods. Protect yourself against osteoporosis, colon cancer, arthritis, and other diseases by eating lots of spinach. Spinach is also known for benefiting your mental state too.
6. Water: Water makes up nearly 2/3rds of our body's weight. Did you know that 83% percent of your blood is made up of water? Muscles consist of 75% water, bones are 22% water, and the brain is 74% water. Knowing how big of a percentage of your body is made up of water can help you to understand how important it is to stay hydrated. The human body cannot function without it. Without water we are depriving our bodies with the most essential nutrient.
Believe me; if you include any (preferably all) of these foods in your daily eating plan, your body will thank you with extra energy and longevity. There aren't many foods out there that can help keep you fit and healthy, but these 6 are a great start. - 17269
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