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4 Fat-Burning Foods You Should Start Eating In 2019 For Weight Loss, According To Experts

February 10, 2019 by SheFinds Health
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Weight loss success is determined in the kitchen; you need to follow a healthy diet and lifestyle before you can start to see any progress in your waistline. You know what they say: you can’t out exercise a bad diet!

To boost your metabolism and slim down you should be filling your meals with fat-burning foods. That includes vegetables, fruits, grains, and other nutrient-dense, anti-inflammatory foods. Not sure where to start? Try one of these delicious foods that experts recommend everyone to start eating more of in 2019.

Fat-Burning Foods Experts Swear By For Weight Loss

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1. Avocados

Avocados are a great source of healthy fats -- an essential part of losing weight. “As you reduce carbs, your body will be prompted to use fat for fuel, resulting in weight loss from this fat-burning metabolism," Colette Heimowitz, a nutritionist at Atkins Nutritionals, tells SheFinds. Avocados are also rich in fiber and monounsaturated fat which keep you full while decreasing your appetite and aiding digestion.

Fresh fruits and vegetables promoting fat loss

2. Salmon

Fresh salmon is high in an abundance of nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin B-12, and selenium; all great for weight loss. "Eating salmon for weight loss is especially effective if it is part of an overall healthy diet. This will include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and other nutritious foods," Dr. Preeti Malladi of Malladi Bariatrics.

Healthy meal prep featuring fat-burning ingredients

3. Cauliflower

Cauliflower is great for weight loss because it’s nutrient-dense and extremely versatile; you can roast it, puree it, saute it, the list goes on and on. “Cauliflower is rich in antioxidants, it’s packed with Vitamin C and K, and it aids in detoxification and healthy digestion,” says Dr. Luiza Petre tells SheFinds.

Colorful smoothies made with fat-burning superfoods

4. Quinoa

This superfood is taking over your kitchen for good reasons. It’s loaded with protein and fiber, which boosts your metabolism and helps you burn calories. “Unlike most high-carbohydrate grains, quinoa sustains the appetite without skyrocketing blood glucose levels,” says Jessica Rosen, a holistic health coach and founder of Raw Generation. “It actually lowers blood glucose levels which is significant for healthy weight loss because excess glucose gets stored as fat in the body.”

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Costco bakery display featuring fresh pastries and desserts.
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Woman suffering from joint pain while sitting.
Celebrity beauty editorial image from Shutterstock.
Popular fast food brands including Dunkin', Chick-fil-A, and Starbucks.
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Wooden board with bagels, blueberries, and butter on a white background.
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Top view of Brazilian dish with rice, beans, and chicken.
Checking the time on a watch while having breakfast.
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Cooked salmon with rice, avocado, and greens on a plate.
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Frozen pizza variety available in-store at grocery.
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