Boost Your Metabolism with Spicy Foods

Did you know that you can give your metabolism a boost and improve your weight loss efforts just by eating the hot and heavy stuff?

If you are a fan of salsa, jalapenos, green chili and other foods that make your sweat, indulging in your spicy favorites can help you lose a few more pounds. Studies have shown that eating hot and spicy foods can boost your metabolism by as much as 50%, and the extra calorie burn lasts for three hours!

Loading up on spicy foods can help you lose weight in other ways, too.  Cuisines where spicy foods are typically found - Indian and Thai foods in particular - are rich and filling, but low in calories due to their heavy use of vegetables, legumes, peppers and lean protein.

Some other healthy and easy ways to spice up your life: Try salsa on your scrambled eggs, hot sauce on your potatoes or add some cayenne or paprika to steamed vegetables. Get Spicy!