The fact is that we are less active during the winter. When we are less active, the metabolism slows down. Poor food choices can only worsen the situation, so stay with us and learn a few handy tricks on how to speed up your metabolism in a tasty way!
These powerful drinks will speed up the rate at which you burn calories, provide the necessary energy and help you fit in those jeans again!
Tropical smoothie
In addition to speeding up your metabolism, this smoothie is rich in vitamin A and C and helps in strengthening the immune system.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup of cantaloupe cubes
- 1/2 cup of sliced mango
- 1/2 cup of pumpkin cubes
- 1/2 cup of sliced pineapple
- 1/2 water if needed
This drink is so refreshing it will turn your room into a sunny beach!
Date smoothie
The real energy bomb and health in a glass!
Ingredients:
- A couple of dates, to taste
- 1 banana
- 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
- 1 cup of almond or coconut milk
The fact is that the almond and coconut milk is a bit more expensive compared to cow’s milk, but in this case you should make an exception, at least from time to time. Almond milk is very tasty even without sweeteners, and has a low calorific value. Coconut milk, in addition to a great taste, has very little carbs.
Pineapple and ginger smoothie
Ginger will help you increase the speed of your metabolism, and if you don’t like pineapple, replace it with orange, tangerine or lemon.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of pineapple chunks
- 1 medium banana
- 1 teaspoon of grated ginger root
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice (without added sugar)
Put all ingredients in a blender and mix until the mass becomes smooth.
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