{"id":15742,"date":"2021-01-15T20:07:23","date_gmt":"2021-01-15T20:07:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=15742"},"modified":"2025-07-10T23:53:04","modified_gmt":"2025-07-10T23:53:04","slug":"foods-that-burn-calories","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-burn-calories\/","title":{"rendered":"Foods That Burn Calories: Boosting Your Body&#8217;s Ability To Convert Food Into Energy"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-burn-calories\/#Can_Foods_Burn_Fat\" >Can Foods Burn Fat?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-burn-calories\/#What_Are_the_Foods_That_Burn_Calories\" >What Are the Foods That Burn Calories?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-burn-calories\/#What_Are_Foods_That_Burn_as_Many_Calories_as_They_Contain_Called\" >What Are Foods That Burn as Many Calories as They Contain Called?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-burn-calories\/#What_Foods_Burn_the_Most_Calories\" >What Foods Burn the Most Calories?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-burn-calories\/#Oats\" >Oats<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-burn-calories\/#Dark_Chocolate\" >Dark Chocolate<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-burn-calories\/#Coconut_MCT_Oil\" >Coconut (MCT) Oil<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-burn-calories\/#Full-Fat_Greek_Yogurt\" >Full-Fat Greek Yogurt<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-burn-calories\/#Blueberries\" >Blueberries<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-burn-calories\/#Chili_Peppers\" >Chili Peppers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-burn-calories\/#Cinnamon\" >Cinnamon<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-burn-calories\/#Eggs\" >Eggs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-burn-calories\/#Green_Tea\" >Green Tea<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-burn-calories\/#Apples\" >Apples<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-burn-calories\/#Olive_Oil\" >Olive Oil<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-burn-calories\/#Oolong_Tea\" >Oolong Tea<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-burn-calories\/#Apple_Cider_Vinegar\" >Apple Cider Vinegar<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-burn-calories\/#Whey_Protein\" >Whey Protein<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-burn-calories\/#Coffee\" >Coffee<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-burn-calories\/#Fatty_Fish\" >Fatty Fish<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-burn-calories\/#Guacamole_Avocado\" >Guacamole (Avocado)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-burn-calories\/#Bulgur\" >Bulgur<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-burn-calories\/#Quinoa\" >Quinoa<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-burn-calories\/#Pork_Tenderloin\" >Pork Tenderloin<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-burn-calories\/#What_Foods_to_Eat_to_Reduce_Weight\" >What Foods to Eat to Reduce Weight<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-burn-calories\/#How_to_Reduce_Body_Fat\" >How to Reduce Body Fat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-burn-calories\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-burn-calories\/#Does_protein_burn_fat\" >Does protein burn fat?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-burn-calories\/#What_food_burns_fat_at_night\" >What food burns fat at night?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-burn-calories\/#Does_hunger_burn_fat\" >Does hunger burn fat?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you\u2019re starting a new fitness routine or just trying to lose some inches of belly fat, nutrition can either support or sabotage your slimming quest. During such a time, some foods are not necessarily \u201ca magic fix\u201d but are key ingredients to achieving your fitness goals. These foods that can lead to more calories burned can directly or indirectly impact your body\u2019s fat content.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;a href=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=foods_that_burn_calories&quot;&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;video autoplay=&quot;autoplay&quot; loop=&quot;loop&quot; muted=&quot;muted&quot; playsinline=&quot;playsinline&quot; width=&quot;777&quot;&gt;&lt;source src=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4&quot;&quot; type=&quot;video\/mp4&quot; \/&gt;&lt;\/video&gt;&lt;\/a&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:256,&quot;11&quot;:3}\" data-sheets-formula=\"=replace(R[-12]C[0],SEARCH(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;,R[-12]C[0]),LEN(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;),R8C[0])\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=foods_that_burn_calories\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the world of foods that burn calories and fat rankings, all foods are not equal. Some stand out in such a way that when they\u2019re consumed as part of your diet, they\u2019ll directly or indirectly increase your fat-burning capacity. Here is a list of the best foods that burn fat and calories fast to help get you into that sought-after calorie-burning zone.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Foods_Burn_Fat\"><\/span><b>Can Foods Burn Fat?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No food has the ability to directly burn fat, at least not in the true sense of the word.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, certain foods can increase calorie burn by boosting your metabolism or increasing the energy expenditure that is associated with digestion. This is known as the thermic effect of food (TEF), which refers to the number of calories burned during the process of digestion, absorption, and distribution of nutrients throughout the body (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/31021710\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">23<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Different foods have varying TEFs depending on their macronutrient composition. For example, protein has a higher TEF than carbohydrates and fats. This means that consuming high-protein food can increase your metabolic rate and burn more calories, even when you\u2019re at rest (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7539343\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beyond TEF, some foods contain compounds that promote fat oxidation, which is the body&#8217;s ability to use fat as an energy source. These foods are rich in phytochemicals and antioxidants that stimulate enzymes that are responsible for breaking down stored fats (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC10054640\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">22<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Betterme will keep you laser-focused on your weight loss journey! Nutrient-packed meal plans, fat-blasting workouts, galvanizing challenges and much more. <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=foods_that_burn_calories\">Try using the app <\/a> and see for yourself!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Examples of such foods include green tea, coffee, hot peppers, and spices such as cinnamon and ginger. These foods are also known as thermogenic foods as they increase body heat and boost metabolism (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC524030\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, certain foods contain specific types of fiber that can bind to dietary fats and prevent their absorption, thereby reducing the number of calories absorbed by the body. This isn&#8217;t burning fat in the literal sense, but it can help with weight loss by reducing calorie intake.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foods such as oatmeal, apples, and legumes are rich in soluble fiber, which can lower cholesterol levels and help with weight loss (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/9925120\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It should be noted that even the so-called \u201cfat-burning\u201d foods have calories, and consuming them in excessive amounts can hinder weight loss efforts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In our guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/low-calorie-high-volume-foods\/\">Low-Calorie, High-Volume Foods<\/a>, we discuss how you can manage your calorie intake without feeling hungry or deprived.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Foods_That_Burn_Calories\"><\/span><b>What Are the Foods That Burn Calories?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The calorie-burning magic in some foods is a result of metabolism. This process involves various chemical reactions that occur in your body to keep you alive. Food is turned into energy and burned off to keep your heart beating, your hair growing, and so forth.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foods that help burn calories work by increasing the metabolism rate in your body. The more your metabolism is working, the more calories it will burn.(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/features\/eat-your-way-to-a-faster-metabolism#1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=foods_that_burn_calories\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Snacks-With-No-Carbs.png\" alt=\"foods that burn calories\" \/>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Foods_That_Burn_as_Many_Calories_as_They_Contain_Called\"><\/span><b>What Are Foods That Burn as Many Calories as They Contain Called?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They are referred to as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/negative-calorie-foods#fact-vs-fiction\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">negative-calorie<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> foodstuffs. They supposedly take more calories to eat, digest, and absorb in the body than they contain.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, you could eat something with 40 calories, use 11 to chew it, and 30 to digest it. In total, you would have used 41 calories, thereby creating a negative.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, that doesn\u2019t mean these foods don\u2019t contain calories. The calories you burn from digestion don\u2019t directly come from the food you eat, so even these foods can add up over time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><strong>Read more: <\/strong><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/kimchi-calories\/\"><i>Kimchi: Calories, Nutrition, and Health Benefits<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Foods_Burn_the_Most_Calories\"><\/span><b>What Foods Burn the Most Calories?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As mentioned earlier, all diets don\u2019t burn the same amount of calories. However, some stand out as they do away with a lot of fats in your body. Some even use more energy to digest than they actually provide. Here are some of the best foods that burn calories fast:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Oats\"><\/span><b>Oats<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oats are one of the fantastic foodstuffs that help burn calories. They contain few fats and lots of fiber. Oatmeal is also digested slowly. This means that it doesn\u2019t cause a rapid increase in glucose levels when you eat it for breakfast.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The combination of blood glucose stability and sustainable energy release leads to the loss of fat over time. This may explain why oats have secured a top place in diets that are considered effective for weight loss (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/2020\/01\/08\/well\/eat\/diet-sugar-nutrition-foods-health.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dark_Chocolate\"><\/span><b>Dark Chocolate<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you thought burning some extra fat means giving up on some delicacies, then you may be wrong.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.acs.org\/content\/acs\/en\/pressroom\/newsreleases\/2014\/march\/the-precise-reason-for-the-health-benefits-of-dark-chocolate-mystery-solved.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">conducted by Louisiana State University found that gut microbes in the stomach ferment chocolate. The fermentation results in polyphenolic gut-healthy compounds and a fatty acid that encourages the body to burn more calories.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To boost the fermentation process, you can add fruit to the dark bar. Make sure you go with chocolate that has over 70% cacao content.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Coconut_MCT_Oil\"><\/span><b>Coconut (MCT) Oil<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coconut and MCT oil is loaded with many health benefits. Adding some coconut oil to your diet could increase your good HDL cholesterol level, decrease your triglycerides, and help you lose weight.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coconut oils are mostly MCTs which have been previously credited with calorie-burning properties and appetite-suppressing.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In one <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/22164340\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">research<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> study, overweight men who added approximately 20 ml of coconut to their daily meals lost 1 inch from their waist without making any diet changes or increasing their physical activity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Therefore, consuming 20ml (2 tablespoons) of coconut oil every day will certainly help you maximize your fat-burning capacities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Full-Fat_Greek_Yogurt\"><\/span><b>Full-Fat Greek Yogurt<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Greek yogurt is certainly nutritious for people who are trying to improve their health. It\u2019s an excellent source of calcium, protein, and potassium.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Researchers have suggested that high-protein dairy products such as yogurt <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/21775530\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">can boost<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> fat loss. Not only that, it can also <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/26175486\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">protect your muscles<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> during your slimming journey.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Full-fat Greek yogurt also has some conjugated linoleic acid<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/11110851\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which promotes fat-burning<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and weight loss in obese people.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be sure to choose a full-fat Greek yogurt as non-fat products contain little conjugated linoleic acid<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/323169#summary\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=foods_that_burn_calories\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Quinoa-Side-Effects.png\" alt=\"foods that burn calories\" \/>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Blueberries\"><\/span><b>Blueberries<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Berries are packed with antioxidants that help burn fats and prevent them from forming. They also improve blood flow to your muscles during workouts.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to a study by the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2011\/04\/110410130824.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Texas Woman\u2019s University,<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> mice that ate around three servings of berries had 73% lower fat cells.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nature.com\/articles\/ijo201523\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">International Journal of Obesity<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> study concluded that blueberries can convert excess harmful white fat into beige fat. This reduces the chances of becoming obese by 40%<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, next time you make a smoothie, add some of these blue guys to boost your calorie-burning capacity (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/287710#risks\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>BetterMe app will kick you out of the mental funk, shake off your extra weight, rid you off your energy-zapping habits, and help you sculpt the body of your dreams. Intrigued? Hurry up and <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=foods_that_burn_calories\">change your life for the better! <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chili_Peppers\"><\/span><b>Chili Peppers<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chilies do more than just add heat to your meals. They contain <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/22100562\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">powerful antioxidants<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that reduce inflammation and protect cells from damage.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, there is an antioxidant called capsaicin that is found in chili peppers and it has been shown to promote a healthy weight. It does this by <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/24630935\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">preventing overeating<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and promoting fullness.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/24630935\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In one study<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, capsaicin was found to increase metabolic rate when you eat less. Researchers found the compound reduces appetite and increases fat-burning capacity per day. This means that you\u2019ll eat less and burn more (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/recipes\/chili\/rcp-20049760\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cinnamon\"><\/span><b>Cinnamon<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kickstart your mornings and metabolism with cinnamon. This spice is known to contain powerful antioxidants that can alter your body\u2019s composition and insulin sensitivity.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By affecting insulin sensitivity, cinnamon keeps your blood sugar constant and prevents hunger crushes and spikes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jstage.jst.go.jp\/article\/jnsv\/58\/1\/58_9\/_article\/-char\/en\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Japanese researchers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> found that eating cinnamon can reduce your belly fat.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To reap its benefits, add it to a cup of coffee or sprinkle it on your oats.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eggs\"><\/span><b>Eggs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite many years of adverse reports about cholesterol, eggs are now making a comeback. Yolks used to be avoided at all costs as they were said to have a high cholesterol content.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But, that is not the case now. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/23021013\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recent studies<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> have found that eggs can protect your heart from cardiovascular diseases.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, eggs are good for weight loss. If they\u2019re consumed as part of your breakfast, they can promote the feeling of fullness for several hours in obese people.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a controlled study involving 21 men, those who ate three eggs for breakfast consumed <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/18679412\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fewer calories<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> per day than those who didn\u2019t.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to burning calories, eggs are the champion of all foods. They contain high-quality proteins that increase your metabolic rate for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/15466943\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">several hours<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Therefore, eating three eggs every day or several times a week can help you feel full, satisfied, and do away with excess fats (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicinenet.com\/script\/main\/art.asp?articlekey=119178\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Green_Tea\"><\/span><b>Green Tea<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Green tea is an excellent beverage that can help you cut some belly fat.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s also a good source of epigallocatechin gallate, an antioxidant that catalyzes calorie burning and loss of belly fat.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, some studies have found that green tea doesn\u2019t affect metabolism rate or help with weight loss. Due to this difference, it will have different effects from one person to another.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Healthline states that drinking up to four cups of the beverage could provide several benefits, including a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/green-tea-and-weight-loss\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">possible increase<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the amount of fat you burn.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=foods_that_burn_calories\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/The-Chicken-And-Broccoli-Diet-1636x920.png\" alt=\"foods that burn calories\" \/>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Apples\"><\/span><b>Apples<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We all know the famous saying: an apple a day keeps the doctor away. Well, apples are full of fiber and sweetness and contain few calories. As you chew them, you\u2019ll burn a few calories too.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apples are also brilliant when it comes to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/ss\/slideshow-fat-fighting-foods\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">keeping your hunger at bay<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> while supplying you with much-needed energy.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, the fruit is more than just an appetite suppressant; multiple studies have suggested that it can help break down stored fats in your body<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicinenet.com\/vitamin_e_benefits_for_your_body\/article.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Olive_Oil\"><\/span><b>Olive Oil<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Surprisingly, olive oil is one of the foods that may burn more calories than it contains. Although it contains calorie-dense fat, it has healthy fat that researchers have found to decrease inflammatory fat stored in the body.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Olive oil has also been found to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/12600850\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">increase HDL cholesterol<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, lower triglycerides, and stimulate the production of GLP-4, one of the hormones that keeps you feeling full.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some studies have shown that this oil can <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/12037652\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">boost your metabolic rate<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and promote the burning of calories.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To incorporate olive oil in your meals, simply drizzle a little over your salad or cooked food.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Oolong_Tea\"><\/span><b>Oolong Tea<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/oolong-tea-benefits-side-effects\/\">oolong tea<\/a> receives less attention than green tea on the internet, they both have the same benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Several studies have shown that its catechins and caffeine contents burn an average of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/21366839\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">102 calories per day<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oolong tea has also been found to increase metabolic rates and promote weight loss. Drinking a cup of oolong tea or in combination with green tea may promote weight loss and provide you with an abundance of other health benefits<\/span><b> (<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/28678527\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><b>)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><strong>Read more: <\/strong><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-macros\/\"><i>Intermittent Fasting Macros &#8211; Managing Calories the Smart Way!<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Apple_Cider_Vinegar\"><\/span><b>Apple Cider Vinegar<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/apple-cider-vinegar-weight-loss-drink\/\">Apple Cider vinegar<\/a> reduces your appetite and lowers your blood sugar and insulin levels, particularly if <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/16321601\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">you have diabetes.<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Its main constituent, acetic acid, has been linked with increasing fat burning and reducing belly fat.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In one study, 114 obese men were given two tablespoons of vinegar as part of their diet for 12 weeks. They were found to have lost <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/19661687\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1.7 kilograms<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and had a 0.9% reduction in body fats.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whey_Protein\"><\/span><b>Whey Protein<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whey protein promotes the growth of muscles when combined with exercise. It may also help you maintain your muscles during your weight loss journey.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not only does it help preserve your muscles, it also suppresses your appetite more effectively than other proteins. When it is consumed, it stimulates the production of GLP-1 and PYY, which are known to be &#8220;fullness hormones.&#8221;\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whey protein also <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/21228266\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">helps boost<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> your fat-burning capabilities and weight loss (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/supplement-guide-whey-protein\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">25<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Coffee\"><\/span><b>Coffee<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coffee is associated with caffeine, which <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/10.1111\/j.1467-3010.2007.00665.x\/abstract\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">enhances<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> your mood and improves both mental and physical performance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The beverage can also help you burn some excess fat. It does this by increasing your metabolic rate by 3 to 13% depending on the amount you consume.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To enjoy this benefit of coffee while avoiding side effects such as insomnia and anxiety, you should aim to drink 1 to 4 cups per day.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fatty_Fish\"><\/span><b>Fatty Fish<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some types of oily fish such as herring and salmon contain omega-three fatty acids. The compounds have been linked to a reduced risk of cardiovascular diseases and inflammation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, the compound can help you shed some body fat. In six-week controlled research that involved 44 adults, those who took fish oil supplements were found to have lost approximately 0.5 kilograms of fat. They also had lower levels of cortisol, a stress hormone that stores fat in your body.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Furthermore, fish is generally an excellent source of high-quality proteins. Digesting them makes you feel full and slightly increases your metabolic rate.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take approximately 100 grams of fatty fish supplements twice a week to rip their benefits (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2016\/07\/160729132910.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Guacamole_Avocado\"><\/span><b>Guacamole (Avocado)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A scoop of fresh guacamole can help you burn calories and squash your hunger for <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/snacks-with-no-carbs\/\">snacks<\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avocados are also rich in vitamin B6, which is associated with counteracting the stress hormone that is responsible for belly fat.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Guacamole is full of monounsaturated fats that have been linked to the regulation of fat genes. This property ensures that no distribution of fats takes place around your belly (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/318620#_noHeaderPrefixedContent\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bulgur\"><\/span><b>Bulgur<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have you had enough of rice? Well, you could add some bulgur to your meals.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bulgur is a staple dish in the Mediterranean. It is prepared mostly by combining it with chopped garlic, parsley, diced tomatoes, lemon juice, and olive oil. Instead of going with this traditional method of cooking the grain, you could simply add it to your salad or chicken dish.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thanks to the high content of fiber in this cereal, you can burn a lot of calories by consuming it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/annals.org\/aim\/article-abstract\/2118594\/single-component-versus-multicomponent-dietary-goals-metabolic-syndrome-randomized-trial\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A study <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">by Annals of Internal Medicine claims that if you increase the amount of fiber you take to approximately 30 grams a day, you could reap a lot of benefits. These benefits include shedding weight, lowering your blood pressure, and improving your insulin responses (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/322345#takeaway\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quinoa\"><\/span><b>Quinoa<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quinoa is an ancient grain that is a complete protein. Therefore, it contains an entire chain of various amino acids that can help you lose fat and <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-much-protein-should-i-eat-a-day-to-build-muscles\/\">build muscle<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In 2015, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/full\/10.1111\/jdi.12326\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a study<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> discovered that patients who consumed a higher amount of vegetable protein were less susceptible to contracting metabolic syndrome. This is a condition that is characterized by high blood sugar, high cholesterol, and obesity.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Furthermore, quinoa has a high level of betaine, which is associated with improved mental health and lower fat production<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/ency\/patientinstructions\/000731.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pork_Tenderloin\"><\/span><b>Pork Tenderloin<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After being considered bad for many years, pork is now considered a healthy alternative as long as you eat the best cut &#8211; pork tenderloin.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A three-ounce serving of tenderloin contains less fat than skinless chicken breasts. It also has 24 grams of high-quality proteins and 83 milligrams of choline per serving.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2072-6643\/4\/7\/711\/htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> one study<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, 144 obese men were asked to consume fresh lean pork. After three months, they noted a significant decrease in waist size. No mass muscle reduction was recorded. It was concluded that pork\u2019s protein amino acid profile may have contributed to the fat-burning increase<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/recipes\/pork-tenderloin-with-apples-and-balsamic-vinegar\/rcp-20049809\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">21<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=foods_that_burn_calories\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/at-home-workouts-for-moms-1636x920.png\" alt=\"foods that burn calories\" \/>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Foods_to_Eat_to_Reduce_Weight\"><\/span><b>What Foods to Eat to Reduce Weight<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you\u2019re trying to shed a few kilos, you must stick to healthy eating. This means you should keep an eye on your diet. When it comes to what foods you should eat, the list is endless. However, as a rule of thumb, you should consume foodstuffs with the following characteristics (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/features\/will-eating-certain-foods-help-me-burn-calories#1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">26<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Less <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/refined-carbs\/\">refined carbs<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Little to no added sugars<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Low starch content<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rich in proteins<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vegetables<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fats &#8211; don\u2019t be afraid of taking fats &#8211; your body needs healthy fats no matter what diet you follow<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Reduce_Body_Fat\"><\/span><b>How to Reduce Body Fat<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One way of cutting down your calorie intake is to consume the foods listed in this article. Our low-calorie, high-volume foods article may point you in the right direction.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, you should practice the following to reduce your body fat (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nutrition.gov\/topics\/healthy-living-and-weight\/strategies-success\/interested-losing-weight\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start strength training &#8211; you can lift weights to reduce visceral fat<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eat a high-protein meal<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting enough sleep is essential<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consume a lot of healthy fats<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Limit your alcohol intake<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take a lot of fiber<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduce refined carbs in your diet<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do aerobic exercises<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try high-intensity interval training<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=foods_that_burn_calories\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/7-6.png\" alt=\"foods that burn calories\" \/>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_protein_burn_fat\"><\/span><strong>Does protein burn fat?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protein doesn&#8217;t directly burn fat, but it does increase your calorie expenditure, which makes it easier to lose fat (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7539343\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Firstly, protein has a higher thermic effect than carbohydrates or fats \u2013 this means that your body requires more energy to process protein than other macronutrients (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC524030\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Therefore, a higher protein intake will result in greater calorie expenditure.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Secondly, protein is essential for building and maintaining muscle mass. Greater muscle mass requires more energy to maintain, which can lead to burning more calories and potentially reducing body fat (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7539343\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thirdly, protein increases satiety, which could help prevent overeating and make it easier to lose excess fat (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7539343\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some research has suggested that a high-protein diet may help curb cravings, compared to high-carbohydrate diets. This may lead to better adherence to a healthy diet and weight loss (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7539343\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While protein may not directly burn fat on its own, it can play a significant role in supporting weight loss.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_food_burns_fat_at_night\"><\/span><strong>What food burns fat at night?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There&#8217;s no magical food that will help you burn fat while you sleep. However, consuming foods that are high in protein and healthy fats before bedtime may be beneficial for weight loss.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A study published in<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/academic.oup.com\/ajcn\/article-abstract\/104\/5\/1285\/4669642\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> found that a higher protein intake at night can help increase resting metabolic rate the following morning. This means your body will burn more calories while you&#8217;re at rest.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some protein options for a bedtime snack include a handful of nuts, cottage cheese, or Greek yogurt. These foods also contain healthy fats that will keep you feeling full and satisfied until morning.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Intermittent fasting may be a more effective approach to boost night-time fat burning, as the hours spent fasting allow your body to tap into stored fat for energy (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7021351\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). The hours you\u2019re asleep also count toward the fasting period.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-macros\/\">Intermittent Fasting Macros<\/a> guide for tips on how to structure your eating during a fast.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_hunger_burn_fat\"><\/span><strong>Does hunger burn fat?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hunger is the first responder before the body turns to stored fat for energy. The feeling of hunger signals your brain to eat and if you don&#8217;t, your body will use glucose from carbs as the primary source of fuel. However, once the glycogen stores in your liver are depleted, your body will start converting stored fat into ketones for energy through a process called ketosis (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK493179\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This means that feeling hungry does not necessarily mean you will burn fat; it just means your body is in the initial stages of using stored energy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To effectively burn fat, you need to go beyond hunger and fast to the point where your body starts to use fat reserves for energy. This is why intermittent fasting has become a popular weight-loss method, as it allows the body to enter a state of ketosis during the fasting period.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our Zero Calorie Drinks guide suggests some hydration options that can help reduce hunger and make it easier to fast.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You don&#8217;t need to fast to burn fat though. Instead, you can try to reduce calories through diet and increasing physical activity to create a caloric deficit. This will force your body to tap into stored fat for energy, which will result in weight loss.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;a href=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=foods_that_burn_calories&quot;&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;video autoplay=&quot;autoplay&quot; loop=&quot;loop&quot; muted=&quot;muted&quot; playsinline=&quot;playsinline&quot; width=&quot;777&quot;&gt;&lt;source src=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-1.mp4&quot;&quot; type=&quot;video\/mp4&quot; \/&gt;&lt;\/video&gt;&lt;\/a&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:256,&quot;11&quot;:3}\" data-sheets-formula=\"=replace(R[-12]C[0],SEARCH(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;,R[-12]C[0]),LEN(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;),R8C[0])\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=foods_that_burn_calories\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-1.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No single foodstuff will automatically make you lose fat from a particular area of your body. You need to follow a proper fitness routine in addition to consuming the listed foods that burn calories (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/weight-loss\/basics\/weightloss-basics\/hlv-20049483\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Whether you\u2019re starting a new fitness routine or just trying to lose some inches of belly fat, nutrition can either support or sabotage your slimming quest. During such a time, some foods are not necessarily \u201ca magic fix\u201d but are key ingredients to achieving your fitness goals. These foods that can lead to more calories [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":37,"featured_media":79523,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[78],"tags":[],"coauthors":[117,218],"class_list":["post-15742","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-food-weight-loss"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v20.2.1 (Yoast SEO v25.4) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Foods That Burn Calories: Boosting Your Body&#039;s Ability To Convert Food Into Energy - BetterMe<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Which are the best \u2605 FOODS THAT BURN CALORIES? \u27a4 Find out more about the foods that burn calories the most, what foods to eat to reduce weight and fat.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"noindex, nofollow\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Foods That Burn Calories: Boosting Your Body&#039;s Ability To Convert Food Into Energy\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Which are the best \u2605 FOODS THAT BURN CALORIES? \u27a4 Find out more about the foods that burn calories the most, what foods to eat to reduce weight and fat.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-burn-calories\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"BetterMe Blog\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:publisher\" content=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/betterme.health.coaching\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2025-07-10T23:53:04+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Foods-That-Burn-Calories_-Boosting-Your-Bodys-Ability-To-Convert-Food-Into-Energy-1-1024x640.png\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"1024\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"640\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/png\" \/>\n<meta name=\"author\" content=\"ZindzyGracia, Kelsey Butler, RD\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:creator\" content=\"@betterme\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:site\" content=\"@betterme\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Written by\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"ZindzyGracia, Kelsey Butler, RD\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:label2\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data2\" content=\"14 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Article\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-burn-calories\/#article\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-burn-calories\/\"},\"author\":{\"name\":\"ZindzyGracia\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/#\/schema\/person\/478e18cced1e423f9cc3ca7bc6b4b336\"},\"headline\":\"Foods That Burn Calories: Boosting Your Body&#8217;s Ability To Convert Food Into Energy\",\"dateModified\":\"2025-07-10T23:53:04+00:00\",\"mainEntityOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-burn-calories\/\"},\"wordCount\":2880,\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/#organization\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-burn-calories\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Foods-That-Burn-Calories_-Boosting-Your-Bodys-Ability-To-Convert-Food-Into-Energy-1.png\",\"articleSection\":[\"Food For Weight Loss\"],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"articleBody\":\"<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Whether you\u2019re starting a new fitness routine or just trying to lose some inches of belly fat, nutrition can either support or sabotage your slimming quest. During such a time, some foods are not necessarily \u201ca magic fix\u201d but are key ingredients to achieving your fitness goals. These foods that can lead to more calories burned can directly or indirectly impact your body\u2019s fat content.\u00a0<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span data-sheets-root=\\\"1\\\" data-sheets-value=\\\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;[video-shortcode link=\\\\&quot;https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=foods_that_burn_calories\\\\&quot; mp4=\\\\&quot;https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\\\\&quot;]&quot;}\\\" data-sheets-userformat=\\\"{&quot;2&quot;:256,&quot;11&quot;:3}\\\" data-sheets-formula=\\\"=replace(R[-12]C[0],SEARCH(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;,R[-12]C[0]),LEN(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;),R8C[0])\\\"><\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">In the world of foods that burn calories and fat rankings, all foods are not equal. Some stand out in such a way that when they\u2019re consumed as part of your diet, they\u2019ll directly or indirectly increase your fat-burning capacity. Here is a list of the best foods that burn fat and calories fast to help get you into that sought-after calorie-burning zone.\u00a0<\/span>\\r\\n<h2 style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\"><b>Can Foods Burn Fat?<\/b><\/h2>\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">No food has the ability to directly burn fat, at least not in the true sense of the word.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">However, certain foods can increase calorie burn by boosting your metabolism or increasing the energy expenditure that is associated with digestion. 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