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The Fat-Burning Sauce You Should Put On Literally Everything To Keep Your Metabolism Going All Day, According To A Nutritionist

September 27, 2020 by Leah Carton
shefinds | Food
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Are you on the hunt for an amazing metabolism-booster? Well, we’ve got some great news in store for you.

It’s no surprise that there are some incredible foods out there that aid your gut’s function in how it breaks down food. It turns out, some sauces can also do wonders for your metabolism while benefiting your waistline.

In fact, one of our favorite fat-burning sauces helps to keep your metabolism going all day long. Not only does it help your metabolism and bloating, it also tastes so yummy! You can thank us later. 

Want in on our little secret? This incredible metabolism-boosting sauce is none other than hot sauce. You can easily pair hot sauce with eggs and avocado toast in the morning or in a chicken bowl for lunch and dinner. The options are truly endless!

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In an interview with Eat This, Not That!, registered dietitian Maryann Walsh explains the effects of consuming spicy sauces like Sriracha and Harissa. Many hot sauces contain capsaicin, which is a component found in chili peppers, and capsaicin can help you to burn off more calories. How amazing is that?! 

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"It was also observed that regular consumption significantly reduced abdominal adipose (fat) tissue, reduced appetite, and overall energy intake," Walsh explains. "Though not to be taken as a magic fix, hot sauce can be implemented in the diet to spice up your meals and bump up energy expenditure." Duly noted. 

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It looks like we’ll definitely be adding a ton of hot sauce to our diet. 

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How do you plan on adding hot sauce to your meals? Let us know your recipe ideas in the comments below! 

Author:

Leah is a writer for SheFinds, covering celebrity news, fashion, beauty & more. You can reach her at leahmcarton@gmail.com.

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