Jillian Michaels Tips!

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Here are some super helpful nutrition tips from Jillian Michaels. I'm definitely going to start incorporating this stuff more in my diet. Does anyone know if POM juice is 100% fruit juice?

If you want to boost your metabolism and build lean muscle, try five of Jillian Michaels' favorite foods, packed with nutrients that halt the growth of fat cells while accelerating your body's fat-burning process.

Green tea: Studies show green tea can reduce the size of your fat cells and make your muscle cells more active. According to The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, drinking green tea every day can actually help trim your waistline. And now you can get green tea in supplement form.

Fish oil: The fats in fish oil activate proteins in your body that increase fat-burning for energy. You can take fish oil supplements or eat more seafood high in omega-3 fatty acids, like salmon and halibut.

Pomegranates: These fall fruits are packed with antioxidants called anthocyanins, which are great for your heart. There's also evidence that anthocyanins are fat-cell killers. Studies show that premature fat cells stop growing when they’re exposed to antioxidants in foods such as pomegranates.

Berries: You don’t need an excuse to munch on strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries. They not only contain anthocyanins, they also contain polyphenols, which reduce your body’s absorption of starches and fats.

Water: Proper hydration can elevate your metabolism by 3 percent, helping you burn more fat. And contrary to what you may think, if you’re retaining “water weight,” your body probably needs more water in the first place. Drink water to flush out bloat and eliminate fluid retention.