1. Hot Sauce
Hot sauce can be a game-changer for women over 40 looking to boost their metabolism. Naturopath and general family practitioner Dr. Yelena Deshko, N.D. says, "If you’re looking for a condiment to help boost your weight loss efforts, a chili-based hot sauce such as Tabasco may be your best bet." She adds, "Capsaicin, a compound found in hot peppers, has been shown by research to boost metabolism by speeding up the fat-burning process for several hours after intake." This can be especially useful for women over 40, as metabolism tends to slow down with age. Aside from this, it can also help relieve pain, promote a healthy heart, and prevent cancer.
2. Spinach
Spinach is another powerful ingredient for women over 40 aiming to maintain a healthy weight and improve digestion. According to clinical dietitian Jessica Mason, "Spinach contains magnesium which is essential for speeding up your metabolism, and is full of fiber to keep you fuller for longer. It also contains only 7 calories per cup making it the ultimate fat-free partner for your eggs." Additionally, spinach is a high-fiber food, so aside from it helping you burn fat, it also promotes better digestion. Plus, it works perfectly in scrambles, omelets, and more. Yum!
3. Cayenne
Add some spice to the mix! Cayenne pepper is a fantastic addition to any diet, especially for those seeking to rev up their metabolism. Nutritionist and personal trainer Josh Schlottman notes, "Adding cayenne pepper to eggs is the way to go if you're trying to lose weight. Cayenne pepper is one of the best natural ingredients out there because it can help boost metabolism and increase fat burning by up to 20%."
Dr. Amy Lee, board certified doctor in internal medicine, medical nutrition, and obesity medicine and partner of Nucific agrees. "Chili sauce [or cayenne peppers come with an active] ingredient of capsaicin, which is known to be thermogenic. Thermogenic foods help raise the body temperature just enough to expend more energy acquire from food." Got it!
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