Thermogenic Diet Foods

A diet rich in thermogenic foods can help increase metabolism, allowing people to pursue a more active and healthy lifestyle which in turn promotes further weight loss and fitness.

How thermogenic foods work

• Thermogenic foods heighten metabolism by increasing the body's core temperature and fat burning ability, according to the web site Diet Spotlight.

Examples of thermogenic foods

• Among the most thermogenic foods are chicken and turkey breast; game meat like venison, bison and buffalo; very lean red meat such as sirloin; seafood; and egg whites, according to the web site Burn the Fat.

Foods to avoid

• Refined carbohydrates like white potatoes, white rice, white bread and cookies should be avoided when using a thermogenic diet, cautions the web site Diet TV.