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These 10 natural fat burners will turn your metabolism to full-throttle

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2. COCONUT OIL - Metabolism TURBO button 3/11

2. COCONUT OIL - Metabolism TURBO button

Pretty much everyone knows that not all dietary fats are created equal. Coconut oil, for example, has a particularly positive effect on metabolism. It's rich in triglycerides, which the body uses to produce energy, so fat gets metabolized faster.

When frying or sauteing, try using coconut oil in place of your usual olive oil from time to time, to give your metabolism a major boost! 


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VIDEO: Fresh Mango Salad

Dive into summer with this fresh, light and healthy mango salad!

INGREDIENTS

  • Peanuts
  • Carrot
  • Mango
  • Rocket
  • 2 limes
  • Olive oil
  • Soy sauce
  • Red onion, minced
  • Salt
  • Pepper

 

METHOD

  1. Lightly sautée the peanuts until golden.
  2. Take the carrots and cut into thin slices.
  3. Peel the mango and slice into thin strips.
  4. Squeeze the juice from 2 limes into a bowl, and add olive oil, soy sauce, minced onion, salt and pepper.
  5. In a bowl, toss together the mango, carrot, rocket, and lime-soy dressing.
  6. Enjoy!