Top 10 Super Foods to Kick Your Metabolism and Energy into High Gear!

Seems everyone has a list these days. Well I have one of my own that not only works for me, but for hundreds my clients as well. These foods will not only help your body burn more calories but they are delicious, affordable and EASY to prepare. So print out this list and Get Energized!

1.High Fiber Cereal - look for 5 grams or more of Fiber and no more than 8g of sugar. I like to have at least one hot cereal (rolled oats) and one cold (Kashi Go Lean Crunch).

2.Apples - Okay, any fresh fruit will do, but apples are so easy to grab and go, we always have them on hand. Make it easy on yourself and have at least 2 different fresh fruits you can choose to eat each day. This week I have apple slices and grapes on hand.

3.Almonds - Your "portable protein" - the perfect emergency snack or pair it up with a fruit or veggie. High in metabolism-boosting Protein and Healthy Fats. But it is easy to eat too many - measure out 1/4 cup servings and stick in a snack size baggie.

4.Eggs - Yes, they ARE good for you. They are considered the gold standard of protein quality because of their superior amino acid content. It takes less than 3 minutes to prepare an egg. One of my favorite on-the-go egg tips: microwave your eggs in a coffee cup (lightly coated with olive oil for easy clean up). Your egg is now the perfect shape to top a whole wheat English muffin and eat on the run.

5.Spinach - This super veggie goes with everything. At only 5 calories per cup how could it not?! Use in omelets, wraps, salads, side dishes...the list goes on.

6. Yogurt - great source of protein and the live cultures help boost immunity. Goes great with Kashi Go Lean Crunch or other high fiber cereals. HOWEVER: Avoid choosing brands that contain High Fructose Corn Syrup. Read the ingredients.

7.Grilled Chicken - okay this is tied with frozen wild salmon filets (loaded with omega-3's.) One of the easiest, most versatile "meal makers" available. I'll have to share the many ways chicken can be prepared just to prove it is not boring to eat!