8 Foods That Will Ramp Up Your Metabolism with The Fat Doc Braxton A. Cosby!

Welcome back everyone and thank you for stopping by. Tonight I am dishing out the 8 foods that will help you spike your metabolism! #FatDoc

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              First off, let’s define metabolism: the process by which your body converts what you eat and drink into energy. #eatlessmovemore              — Braxton A. Cosby (@BraxtonACosby) November 4, 2015

You need energy to live! Even when your body is at rest, it needs energy for hidden functions like breathing and repairing cells. #FatDoc — Braxton A. Cosby (@BraxtonACosby) November 4, 2015

So, we need energy, but too much of it gets stored in our body as fat and we hate it! Right???? We need to keep the body burning… — Braxton A. Cosby (@BraxtonACosby) November 4, 2015

            the energy so that it can be as efficient as possible with utilizing it. This can be accomplished in two ways: diet and exercise. #FatDoc — Braxton A. Cosby (@BraxtonACosby) November 4, 2015

But we’re not talking about exercise tonight, we’re covering diet. More specifically, the foods we NEED to eat. #eatlessmovemore

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And you need to eat these foods because you want the edge. Once you get that, shedding pounds gets easier every day! #FatDoc

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Here are 8 foods that will have you driving on cruise control when it comes to shedding pounds. Start now and by summer you’ll be smoking! — Braxton A. Cosby (@BraxtonACosby) November 4, 2015

Let’s start with Protein. Specifically, whey. Whey protein also plays a role as an antioxidant and helps support a healthy immune system. — Braxton A. Cosby (@BraxtonACosby) November 4, 2015

Most importantly, consistent whey protein intake coupled with exercise will result in consistent muscle building and potential fat loss.

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@BraxtonACosby I didn’t know whey was an antioxidant!

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@ediesummers – yep! Excellent source of Omega 3 and 6 also — Braxton A. Cosby (@BraxtonACosby) November 4, 2015

Next – Blueberries – as stated before, these guys are also antioxidants that fight against free radicals. #eatlessmovemore — Braxton A. Cosby (@BraxtonACosby) November 4, 2015

3 – Almonds. are truly one of nature’s miracle foods. For a small portion size, you get a large amount of healthy macronutrients…

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and one serving of almonds, or about a handful, is an excellent source of vitamin E and fiber. #FatDoc

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4. Spinach – this leafy green provides more nutrients than any other food #Eatlessmovemore — Braxton A. Cosby (@BraxtonACosby) November 4, 2015

and protects against osteoporosis, heart disease, colon cancer, arthritis, and other diseases at the same time. — Braxton A. Cosby (@BraxtonACosby) November 4, 2015

5. 5. Oatmeal – one of my person favorites. A great source of both insoluble and soluble fiber.

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Fiber keeps your digestive tract working which burns energy.

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Water – Almost 2/3rds of our body weight is “water weight”. — Braxton A. Cosby (@BraxtonACosby) November 4, 2015

Blood is 83%; Muscles 75%; Brain 74%; and Bone 22%. So don’ starve the most important parts of your body from what it needs. — Braxton A. Cosby (@BraxtonACosby) November 4, 2015

7. Turkey – 7. Turkey – low in fat, provides almost half of the recommended daily allowance of folic acid and is a good source of…

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vitamins B, B1, B6, zinc and potassium. It is also extremely high in protein. #eatlessmovemore #FatDoc

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Lastly – 8. Salmon – high in protein and a unique type of health-promoting fat. Omega 3 fatty-acids on salmon are essential… — Braxton A. Cosby (@BraxtonACosby) November 4, 2015

because the body cannot naturally produce it and must get it from foods you eat. Omega 3 has great cardiovascular benefits. — Braxton A. Cosby (@BraxtonACosby) November 4, 2015

That’s all for tonight. Come over to by blog for other great health articles. https://t.co/ecqbpo8tMW Take care.

— Braxton A. Cosby (@BraxtonACosby) November 4, 2015