1 Tbsp Actually Shrinks Your Fat Cells (4 Foods that Work)

About this video

• Video Title: 1 Tbsp Actually Shrinks Your Fat Cells (4 Foods that Work)
• Channel: Thomas DeLauer
• Speakers: Thomas DeLauer
• Duration: 00:07:24

Overview

This video discusses four foods that can help shrink fat cells and increase metabolic rate. The speaker explains the science behind how these foods, including red onion, garlic, mustard, and ginger, work by influencing mitochondria, energy expenditure, and fat burning processes. The video also touches on a supplement called Urolithin A for mitochondrial and muscle health.

Key takeaways

• Red Onion and Quercetin: Studies show red onion extract and quercetin can protect against obesity, increase energy expenditure at rest, and increase the number of mitochondria in skeletal muscle, leading to more efficient fat burning.
• Garlic and Mustard: Garlic, specifically allicin (formed after cutting and letting it sit), and compounds in mustard (like AITC) activate TRPV1 receptors, which can increase resting energy expenditure. Raw garlic, cut and allowed to sit for 5-10 minutes, is recommended. Whole grain or Dijon mustard is preferred over yellow mustard.
• Ginger: Ginger also activates TRPV1 receptors. A human trial showed that consuming 2 grams of ginger powder increased metabolic rate, burning an extra 42 calories at rest, which could equate to nearly 4.5 pounds of fat loss per year.
• Urolithin A: This compound, available through Timeline Nutrition, enhances mitophagy, helping mitochondria recycle and become stronger, improving muscle quality and energy production. A discount code is provided for Timeline Nutrition's Urolithin A.
• Combined Approach: The speaker suggests a morning routine involving ginger powder with water and potentially apple cider vinegar in a fasted state, followed by exercise. Meals can incorporate garlic, red onion powder, and mustard to maximize benefits.