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May Issue of Cosmopolitan: 9 Foods That Melt Away Flab!
1. EggsVitamin B12in the yolk helps your body torch fat. Plus, they are super filling and starve off binges.
2. Peanut ButterCreamy or chunky, it’s a source of magnesium, which powers cells to metabolize energy. efficiently.
3. AvocadoIt’s high in craving-quelling “good” fat and rich in L-carnitine, an amino acid that fires up your body’s engine.
4. Sirloin BurgerMade with 90% lean beaf, it’s like pure protein, which takes more energy to digest than fat or carbs.
5. CheeseConjugated linoleic acid in dairy helps your body burn fat. Go with a tangy, creamy kind that satisfies your palate.  
6. PicklesA medium pickle is only 7 calories - you’ll burn more energy digesting this salty, crunchy veggie.
7. Green TeaIt’s teeming with catechins, antioxidants that studies show destroy body fat. Plus, caffeine gives your system a metabolic jump.
8. YogurtRegular and low-fat kinds have probiotics, bacteria that may reduce the amount of fat that your body absorbs.
9. QuinoaBecause your body works hard digesting this protein-packed whole grain, you burn off extra calories. 

workout-workhard-loveyourself:

May Issue of Cosmopolitan: 9 Foods That Melt Away Flab!

1. Eggs
Vitamin B12in the yolk helps your body torch fat. Plus, they are super filling and starve off binges.

2. Peanut Butter
Creamy or chunky, it’s a source of magnesium, which powers cells to metabolize energy. efficiently.

3. Avocado
It’s high in craving-quelling “good” fat and rich in L-carnitine, an amino acid that fires up your body’s engine.

4. Sirloin Burger
Made with 90% lean beaf, it’s like pure protein, which takes more energy to digest than fat or carbs.

5. Cheese
Conjugated linoleic acid in dairy helps your body burn fat. Go with a tangy, creamy kind that satisfies your palate.  

6. Pickles
A medium pickle is only 7 calories - you’ll burn more energy digesting this salty, crunchy veggie.

7. Green Tea
It’s teeming with catechins, antioxidants that studies show destroy body fat. Plus, caffeine gives your system a metabolic jump.

8. Yogurt
Regular and low-fat kinds have probiotics, bacteria that may reduce the amount of fat that your body absorbs.

9. Quinoa
Because your body works hard digesting this protein-packed whole grain, you burn off extra calories. 

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Tip of the Day: Fat Burning Foods

1. Fish Oil: Fish oil has so many health benefits and it turns out it also helps you burn fat! The fats in fish oil activate proteins in your body that increase fat burning for energy. You can use fish oil supplements or eat more seafood high in omega 3, like salmon and halibut.

2. Pomegranates: These fall fruits are packed with antioxidants called “anthocyanins” (an-tho-sigh-ah-nins). Not only are these great for your heart, there is evidence that they’re also fat-cell killers. Studies show that premature fat cells stop growing when they’re exposed to anthocyanins. These same potent antioxidants are also found in other red and purple fruit, like…

3. Berries: You don’t need an excuse to munch on strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries. They not only contain anthocyanins, they also contain polyphenols, which reduce your body’s absorption of specific starches and fats.

Tip of the Day: Thinkin’ of a Master Plan

Never go the grocery list without a master grocery list, which hinders you from impulse buying.

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i want some pink boxing gloves!!!

i want some pink boxing gloves!!!

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Get up!

Get up!

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