If you are trying to get lean for the fast-approaching summer, a great way to get started is to focus on fat-burning foods to help you achieve this fitness goal. However, there needs to be more clarity regarding getting lean. Many people may say they want to “lose weight” when they should say they want to lose body fat. Losing body fat while preserving lean muscle tone is the real goal, right? Hopefully, our fat-burning food and nutrition suggestions below will help you do that!
Lean protein sources like chicken, fish, lean ground beef, whey and plant-based protein powders, beans, tofu, and other lean protein sources can help promote fat loss. First, lean proteins can help you preserve your hard-earned muscle, which is especially important if trying to cut calories. Also, lean proteins can help you build more muscle. Increasing muscle mass can help you burn more calories throughout the day! Lean proteins also help to reduce hunger hormones and help you feel more satiated, so you do not overeat.
Eating spicy foods, particularly those with spices that contain an antioxidant called capsaicin, can help to counteract a slow metabolism, help you burn more calories, and reduce appetite. Capsaicin is found in chili peppers and cayenne peppers.
Olive oil is a healthy fat that helps stimulate the release of a hormone that makes you feel more satiated. Several studies have found that olive oil can help to boost metabolic rate and promote fat loss. Olive oil is also high in monounsaturated fats, which contribute to feelings of satiation. It is easy to incorporate it into your diet. For example, the next time you have a salad, consider mixing extra virgin olive oil with seasonings instead of store-bought salad dressings.
Try incorporating more foods considered healthy fats into your diet, like avocados, nuts, olives, and fatty fish, over unhealthy fats like fried foods. These healthy fat foods often contain omega-3 fatty acids and monounsaturated fats, which help your body burn more calories and feel satiated.
Eating more fruits and vegetables while lowering the unhealthy foods you consume can help you lose body fat. In addition, fruits and veggies contain fiber, which can help you feel more satiated and helps your body better manage your insulin and blood sugar response to food.
B-complex includes a full spectrum of B vitamins, including riboflavin (B2), niacin (B3), pantothenic acid (B5), pyridoxine (B6), biotin (B7), and cobalamin (B12), which are all included in the Tapout Hydration Drink formula. In addition, B-complex helps your body metabolize fats and activates stored energy instead of allowing energy stores to turn to fat. Tapout Hydration is also an excellent drink when you are trying to get lean because it offers advanced hydration during your workouts, and the Cherry, Orange, and Peach Mango flavors contain five calories or less per serving.
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TAPOUT Performance Hydration and Recovery Drinks have been designed to activate your body's natural energy reserves, improve performance during competition and training and promote quick and healthy recovery after exercise.
TAPOUT comes in four flavors:
- Citrus
- Cherry Lemonade
- Orange
- Peach Mango
Our Citrus flavor has 120 calories to replenish natural energy and give you a boost under difficult training conditions. It also has 240mg of natural sodium, and a blend of electrolytes and vitamins. As you work out, these vitamins and electrolytes are used by your body or lost in sweat. That's why each TAPOUT contains:
- Vitamins A, C, E
- The Vitamin B Complex
- Potassium
- Calcium
- Magnesium
- Chloride
If you're looking for a sports performance drink that replenishes these electrolytes and vitamins but prefer a no-sugar drink, TAPOUT Orange and Cherry Lemonade contain the same scientifically derived formula with zero sugar and only five calories.
No matter which flavor you choose, you can be assured that you're getting great taste from a sports drink made with no artificial colors, flavors or ingredients.