Metabolism Boosting Foods

Here are 10 metabolism boosting foods that will increase your calorie expenditure, suppress your appetite and help you to lose weight.

Water. Drinking water can actually speed your metabolic rate by up to 30%. Water is also a natural appetite suppressant that can banish feelings of bloating as it flushes out sodium and toxins.
Green Tea. This mood enhancing tea has also been reported to contain anti cancer properties and help prevent heart disease
Soup. The combination of liquids and solids acts as a appetite suppressant, meaning that you will naturally consume less calories.
Grapefruit. The unique chemical properties in this vitamin C packed fruit reduce insulin levels, which promotes weight loss and boosts metabolism. So the grapefruit diet is not a myth.
Apples and Pears. These low calorie, high fiber fruits will help you feel fuller longer.
Broccoli. Study after study links calcium with weight loss, broccoli is not only high in calcium but packed with vitamin C, which boosts calcium absorption.
Low fat Yogurt. A rich source of calcium and protein, which boosts metabolism. A diet rich in protein will help suppress your appetite.
Lean Turkey. Not just for Christmas. Turkey is full of appetite curbing protein and very low in fat. Protein rich foods boost metabolism, build lean muscle tissue and help fat loss.
Oatmeal. A heart healthy favourite which ranks high on the good carbohydrate list. Its a great source of fiber that keeps you full and provides the energy to complete workouts.
Chili Peppers. Eat hot peppers speeds up your metabolism and cools down any cravings. Peppers contain Capsaicin which stimulates your body to release stress hormones which in turn speeds up your metabolism.