DIET INDUCED THERMOGENESIS

At any time, we eat, our body needs to expend energy (burn calories) to digest, absorb and metabolize food. This is called the thermic effect of food. The more we have food that boosts thermogenesis, the more will be the fat-burning capacity of our body. There are certain food that increases the thermic effect.

1)PROTEIN-Eating a diet rich in protein like lean meats, eggs, nuts, etc. can increase the thermic effect, hence increasing the metabolism.

2)LEGUMES-such as chickpeas, beans, rajma, and chana provide both fiber and protein. It also provides resistant starch, which requires more calories to digest. These fibers are also good for the gut microbiome.

3)BLACK COFFEE-Caffeine has been shown to boost thermogenesis.3 cups of black coffee a day (approx. 270mg of coffee) can help the fat-burning process.

4)CHILLI PEPPERS-Capsaicin, a compound present in chilies helps in boosting thermogenesis. They help reduce belly fat and appetite when consumed regularly.

5)BELL PEPPERS, GINGER, BROCCOLI, AND AVOCADO ARE A FEW MORE FOODS THAT HAVE A HIGH THERMOGENIC EFFECT.