If you are looking for a healthy way to lose a few kilos and improve metabolism, starving to death with crash diets or killing yourself in the gym are not the ideal solutions. What happens if we tell you that you can lose weight in a tasty and nutritious way? The key is to improve your metabolism, which in turn will burn your body fat much faster, giving you the body of your dreams. Fast metabolism would ensure that you can exercise for longer, and eat almost anything you want, without gaining weight. Here are 8 super healthy drinks that can stimulate your metabolism.
1. Coffee and Chocolate Milkshake:
Yes, you can lose weight without having to give up your beloved chocolate. This shake would be ideal if you exercise regularly and have plans to increase your protein intake. The caffeine present in chocolate and coffee will stimulate your metabolism, and also keep you in a good mood.
Ingredients:
- 2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup oatmeal
- 1/2 tablespoon coffee
- 1/2 liter of skim milk
- 1/4 cup amaranth (cereal type)
- 1 tablespoon of honey (or according to your preference)
How to do it?
- Mix all ingredients until smooth.
- Refrigerate if necessary and consume 1 hour before training.
2. Forest Fruit Smoothie:
The key to losing weight lies in strengthening muscles and burning fat faster. This strawberry milkshake full of the goodness of fiber, antioxidants and proteins will ensure that your body is up and running like a well-oiled machine.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of strawberries
- 1/4 cup flax seeds
- 1 cup of plain yogurt
- 1/2 liter of skim milk
- 1/2 cup oatmeal
How to do it?
- Crush the flax seeds.
- Mix all the ingredients until you get a homogeneous mixture.
- Refrigerate if necessary and consume in the morning or an hour before your workout.
3. Mint Green Tea with Lemon:
This infusion infused with the goodness of green tea and mint is perfect to boost your metabolism. Green tea has the ability to oxidize fat, while other ingredients such as lemon and mint can improve your metabolism and protect your muscles from wear.
Ingredients:
- 1 large jar
- 7 cups of green tea
- A handful of freshly picked mint leaves
- Some lemon slices
How to do it?
- Pour 7 cups of green tea into the jar.
- Add mint leaves and lemon slices and stir well.
- Place the bottle in the refrigerator and consume a glass every day for the rest of the week.
4. Fruit Smoothie:
Fruits are full of fiber and vitamins that will fill you with energy and help you melt fat.
“This shake is a great way to eliminate toxins and free radicals from your body and speed up your metabolism”.
Ingredients:
- 2 slices of pineapple
- 1/2 glass of water
- 2 squeezed grapefruits
- 1 cup raspberries
How to do it?
- Mix all ingredients until smooth.
- Drink it before or while exercising.
5. Apple Smoothie:
Eating an apple a day can have numerous health benefits, some of which are boosting your metabolism and detoxifying your system. The high pectin content in apples can also reduce the number of fat cells that your body can absorb.
Ingredients:
- 1 chopped apple
- 1/2 glass of almonds
- 6 liters of skim milk
- A pinch of cinnamon
- 1 cup of plain yogurt
- 1 tablespoon honey
How to do it?
- Mix all ingredients until smooth.
- Refrigerate if necessary and consume before training.
6. Spicy Green Tea Infusion:
Why not get the best of green tea by adding some spices? Ingredients such as cinnamon and pepper are able to stimulate your metabolism, while honey can neutralize toxins in your body.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of green tea
- 1 teaspoon honey
- A pinch of cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
How to do it?
- Green tea should be prepared in advance.
- Add the other ingredients to the tea and stir well.
- Consume hot.
7. Chia and Berry Smoothie:
This smoothie is perfect if you are a fan of chia seeds and berries. Full of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, vitamins A, C, E and K, antioxidants, ellagic acid and potassium, this shake will ensure that you receive your daily dose of nutrients.
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup of the berries of your choice
- A handful of spinach leaves
- 1 frozen banana
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
How to do it?
- Mix all the ingredients and mix until you get a homogeneous mixture.
- Cover it with an extra tablespoon of chia seeds, some chopped berries and nuts.
8. Banana and Walnut Smoothie:
This drink will keep you energetic throughout the day and will also curb your appetite, thus avoiding overeating. It is full of antioxidants, omega-3 fatty acids, potassium, magnesium and proteins.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts
- 1/2 medium sized banana
- 1/2 cup soy milk / almonds
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon vanilla protein powder
How to do it?
- Mix all the ingredients and mix until you get a homogeneous mixture.
- Refrigerate if necessary.
