Fat Burning Foods

WATER - Drinking water actually speeds up weight loss. It will increase your metabolic rates by 30 percent after drinking approximately 17 ounces of water. Water is also a natural appetite suppressant that banishes bloat as it flushes out sodium and toxins. Drinking enough water will also help keep you from mistaking thirst for hunger.

Green Tea - Studies show that green tea extract boosts metabolism and may aid in weight loss. This mood-enhancing tea has also been reported to contain anti-cancer properties and help prevent heart disease. It's also a trendy drink among weight-conscious celebrities.

Soup - Eat less and burn fat faster by having a bowl of soup as an appetizer or a snack. Soup is a super appetite suppressant because it's made up of a hunger-satisfying combination of liquids and solids.

Apples and Pears - Overweight women who ate the equivalent of three small apples or pears a day lost more weight on a low-calorie diet than women who didn't add fruit to their diet. So, next time you need to satisfy a sugar craving, reach for this low-calorie, high-fiber snack.

Broccoli - It is not only high in calcium but it's also loaded with vitamin C which boosts calcium absorption. Also, has plenty of vitamin A, folate and fiber. And, at just 20-calories per cup, this weight-loss super food not only fights fat but also contains powerful phytochemicals that boost your immunity and protect against disease.

Low-Fat Yogurt - Dairy products can boost weight loss efforts. On a reduced-calorie diet who included 3-4 servings of dairy foods lost significantly more weight than those who ate a low-dairy diet containing the same number of calories. Low-fat yogurt is a rich source of weight-loss-friendly calcium, providing about 450 mg per 8-ounce serving, as well as 12 grams of protein.

Lean Turkey - This protein can help boost metabolism, lose fat and build lean muscle tissue so you burn more calories.

Oatmeal - This heart-healthy favorite ranks high on the good carb list, because it's a good source of cholesterol-fighting, fat-soluble fiber that keeps you full and provides you with the energy you need to make the most of your workouts.

Hot Peppers - Eating hot peppers can speed up your metabolism and cool your cravings.