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Next time you're feeling a little grumble of hunger in between meals think twice about what you're reaching for. These snacks below are easy to have around, and easy to take on the go.

Fish Oil. You've probably heard the buzz by now that fish oil is great for your body, but it's also a very powerful weight loss tool. Fish oils are a great source of Omega 3, which are nature's healthy fats. The International Journal of Obesity reported that the Omega 3 specifically in fish oils increases the number of fat calories burned each day AND significantly reduces insulin levels. What's great about fish oils is that they're easily accessible in the form of supplements and are found in salmon and tuna.

Grapefruit. Ok, maybe not everyone's favorite fruit in the world, but it's absolutely loaded with antioxidants. Specifically, grapefruit contains a powerful antioxidant called naringenin, which has been proven to help the body use insulin more effectively. If your insulin levels are being managed naturally, your body learns to bypass the process of storing fat. Grapefruit is in season right now and there's a huge variety available at all your local supermarkets. Try half of a white grapefruit with your eggs at breakfast, it will give you a well-balanced energy kick!

Green Tea. An underutilized fat loss tool if you ask me! Green tea has a high thermal effect on the body. It contains epigallocatechin which stimulates the nervous system and drastically speeds up metabolism. The Journal of Nutrition recently reported that their research has shown that people who drink green tea and exercise regularly burn more calories on a daily basis than those who exercise but don't consume it. It's estimated that 3 servings of green tea a day can naturally burn 100 more calories by itself. Not a bad deal over a month's time!

Almonds. A lot of people get shy away from almonds because of their high fat content, but this superfood is truly a fat blaster. It's rich in protein and fiber which are critical for healthy digestion and metabolism. The fat in almonds actually in the form of monounsaturated fat which the body needs to properly burn stored fat; so don't be afraid of the food label. They're also a great way to naturally suppress appetite because they're so calorie dense, so you don't need a lot of them to get the fat burning benefits. Almonds are easy to find at any grocery store, but beware that you don't buy the brands with added salt or preservatives.

The best part about all these foods is that the preparation time for them is ZERO. They are all foods that you can easily carry with you and consume them throughout the day as snacks. You'll find that integrating these foods into your diet will naturally help you crowd out the unhealthy choices that you may be making now, as there simply won't be room! Remember that even making small changes now will lead to substantial changes in time if you commit to them.

(Source: achievefitness.com)

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