06/15/2022
Can’t stop eating? You might need to increase your satiety hormone LEPTIN!
Leptin (derived from fat tissue) is one of your signal hormones that says to your body that you are full! Here are some things that help increase your Leptin so you put that fork down quicker…..
Your choice of food is also important. Today researchers are looking at the relationship between leptin and triglycerides, a type of fat also known as lipids. Research shows that high triglycerides seem to impact the way leptin works in the body. A diet that is designed to lower triglycerides could help to boost leptin in your body.
Load up on these nine foods to lower your body’s triglycerides levels so that can help leptin work more effectively in your body:
✅Berries
Replace sugary treats with fruit in its natural form. Berries like blueberries, blackberries, and strawberries are lower in sugar than some other fruits and can help to lower your triglyceride levels.
✅Unsweetened Beverages
Experiment with herbal, black, or green teas, or drink water with lemon or a fruit infusion to lower your triglycerides levels and boost leptin in your body.
✅Healthy Oils
When cooking, use moderate amounts of canola oil, olive oil, or high-oleic sunflower oil for most uses.
Flaxseed oil is also a good choice for non-cooking uses.
Vegetables
✅Eating vegetables raw, steamed, or roasted is a great way to lower your triglyceride levels. Choose kale or cauliflower instead of starchy vegetables like corn or potatoes.
Legumes
✅Beans, peas, and lentils are great sources of protein and fiber that can boost the functionality of leptin in your body. Try to avoid baked beans and others with added sugar.
✅Lean Meat, Poultry, and Fish
Fish is the best choice for lowering triglycerides. If you choose other animal proteins, moderate your servings to about 3 ounces and prepare with a healthy oil for added benefits.
Whole Grains
✅Try brown rice instead of white and whole-grain breads instead of refined loaves. Also consider switching to whole-grain pasta or a healthier version like those made from chickpeas to lower triglycerides levels.
✅Salad Greens
Don't forget to eat your greens! Power up the toppings, and consider salad dressings low in salt, sugars, and fats.
✅Mushrooms
Mushrooms are high in nutrients and low in calories, which can help to regulate your triglyceride levels and boost leptin in your body.
