6 fat burning snacks

Long day at work or attending a boring meeting, hunger pangs can strike you any time. During this time, you are more vulnerable to reach out for junk or unhealthy foods which can hinder your chances of losing weight. Here are 6 snack ideas which help you burn fat. So next time, you are feeling hungry, reach out for one of these.

• Almonds

Dieters who consumed 3 ounces of almonds every day reduced their weight and body mass index by a whopping 18 percent. Avoid the fried and salted varieties.

• Pineapple

Frshly sliced pineapples are not only tasty but is also a good source of vitamin C which is helpful in burning fat. Pineapple are also rich in potassium. Sprinkle a dash of black pepper powder on freshly sliced pineapple and enjoy a healthy snack.

• Oranges

Avoid weight gain with this citrus star. It contains fat-burning compounds called flavones. Women who ate the most flavones had a notably lower increase in body fat over a period. Snack on slices or drink freshly squeezed orange juice (with pulp!) for the most benefits.

• Soybeans

These green beans are rich in choline, a compound that blocks fat {absorption |assimilation}and breaks down fatty deposits. Add 1/2 cup of soybeans to a salad or eat by lightly boiling with a pinch of salt and pepper

• Sweet potatoes

Thse are high in fiber, which means no drastic spike in insulin levels and thus less fat packed onto your hips. Bake or boil a small sweet potato and eat with a non fat dip for a filling snack.

• Egg whites

Egg whites are an ideal low-calorie, high-protein food which can be eaten as snacks. Egg whites have no carbohydrates, no fat and no dietary cholesterol. Make an omelet of 3-4 egg whites along with a few mushrooms for a tasty filling snack.