{"id":3586,"date":"2011-05-20T22:09:59","date_gmt":"2011-05-20T22:09:59","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/skinnygeneproject.dreamhosters.com\/?p=1237"},"modified":"2011-05-20T22:09:59","modified_gmt":"2011-05-20T22:09:59","slug":"boost-your-metabolism-series-sweet-potato","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.skinnygeneproject.org\/boost-your-metabolism-series-sweet-potato\/","title":{"rendered":"Boost Your Metabolism Series- Sweet Potato"},"content":{"rendered":"

We are providing a 10-part series on our TOP 10 FOODS TO BOOST YOUR METABOLISM<\/strong>.\u00a0 This is the\u00a05th post. To learn more about the Boost Your Metabolism series, please click here<\/a>!<\/p>\n

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BOOST YOUR METABOLISM<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n

The secret to boosting your metabolism is\u00a0FEEDING your body what it needs.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

You must eat the right foods, in the right quantities, to\u00a0get your metabolism working for\u00a0you, rather than against you. The amount of water, fat, fiber, protein, carbohydrates, sodium, cholesterol, EFAs (Essential Fatty Acids), and vitamins & minerals you consume on a daily basis will either\u00a0increase your metabolism or\u00a0your waistline.<\/p>\n

The\u00a0fifth one in our TOP 10 FAVORITE FOODS TO BOOST YOUR METABOLISM\u00a0is SWEET POTATO<\/strong>!<\/p>\n

BENEFITS OF\u00a0 SWEET POTATO<\/h3>\n
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Photo by Sweet Mustache<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

You say potato, I say po-tat-to!\u00a0 No matter how you say it, be sure you add the sweetness<\/em>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

The sweet potato could not be more misleading for those of us wanting to control our blood sugar. \u00a0\u00a0When compared to the ordinary white potato, the sweet potato is lower in carbohydrates and calories.<\/p>\n

\u00a0The calories you save will keep your body on target for a healthy weight, while providing a powerful punch of antioxidants that are associated with disease prevention.<\/p>\n

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The sweet truth about how sweet potatoes can help boost your metabolism<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

The lower carbohydrate content and the bonus fiber\u00a0 content keeps your blood sugar stable, while satisfying your appetite on less calories. The combination of these two factors (low calorie and added fiber) helps keep your body at a healthy weight and you metabolism functioning at its best.<\/p>\n

How to get the added benefits without adding the extra calories<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0The rich orange sweet potato is a great addition to any meal: baked, mashed, boiled, and flavored sweet or spicy.\u00a0\u00a0 But there are a few dangerously high calorie and high fat sweet potato dishes to be aware of, including the sweet potato casserole and sweet potato fries found in many restaurants. To enjoy the slimming benefits of eating a sweet potato, try making sweet potato fries at home.<\/p>\n

Making homemade sweet potato fries can be quite simple, slice up the sweet potato in coins or wedges, spray baking sheet with Pam cooking spray and bake or broil until desired browning, season with onion, garlic, or your favorite seasoning.\u00a0 Ready in about 10 minutes without any added fat.<\/p>\n

Get an added fiber bonus by eating the skin of your potato!\u00a0<\/p>\n

TRY THESE SWEET POTATO RECIPES<\/span><\/h3>\n

Pork Chops with Sweet Potatoes<\/h3>\n

Modified from original recipe ——- 12 \u00a0best foods cookbook, Dana Jacobi\u00a0 <\/em><\/p>\n

Changes made:\u00a0 substituted nonfat yogurt and skim milk in place of \u00bd and \u00bd and butter, instructed to leave skins on both sweet potatoes and apple for increased fiber, made own bread crumbs from a whole grain bread to lower GI and increase fiber.\u00a0 <\/em><\/p>\n

Ingredients:<\/p>\n

3 medium sweet potatoes<\/p>\n

2 Tablespoon plain nonfat yogurt<\/p>\n

\u00bd teaspoon Thai red chile paste<\/p>\n

2 Tablespoons skim milk<\/p>\n

Salt and Pepper<\/p>\n

1 small red onion, finely chopped<\/p>\n

\u00bd Golden Delicious apple, finely chopped<\/p>\n

2 slices whole grain bread, toasted and crumbled to breadcrumbs<\/p>\n

4 (1 \u00bd inch thick) lean boneless center cut pork chops (5-6 oz each)<\/p>\n

1 teaspoon paprika<\/p>\n

\u00bc teaspoon onion powder<\/p>\n

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  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.\u00a0 Roast the sweet potatoes for approximately 30 minutes or until soft.\u00a0 Mashed potatoes.\u00a0 There should be 3 cups.\u00a0 Reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees.\u00a0<\/li>\n
  2. For the gravy, in a bowl combine 2 1\/3 cups of the sweet potatoes with the yogurt, chile paste and skim milk.\u00a0 Season to taste with salt and pepper.\u00a0 Spread the creamy potatoes to cover the bottom of an 8 inch square baking dish.\u00a0 Set aside.<\/li>\n
  3. For the stuffing, in a second bowl, combine the remaining sweet potato within the onion, apple, and breadcrumbs.\u00a0 Season to taste with salt and pepper.<\/li>\n
  4. Make a 3 \u00bd x 2 \u00bd\u00a0 inch pocket in each pork chop.\u00a0 Pack the stuffing generously into the pockets.\u00a0 Combine the paprika, \u00bc teaspoon salt, and onion powder in a small bowl.\u00a0 Rub 1 side of each chop with this mixture and set them seasoned side down on top of the sweet potatoes in the baking dish.\u00a0 Rub the remaining seasoning on top of each chop. \u00a0Cover the pan with foil.\u00a0<\/li>\n
  5. Bake for 35 minutes.\u00a0 Uncover and bake the dish for 10 minutes longer, until they are nicely browned on top.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    Makes 4 servings<\/p>\n

    Calories:\u00a0 354<\/p>\n

    Carbohydrates:\u00a0 31.3 grams<\/p>\n

    Fiber:\u00a0 5 grams<\/p>\n

    Protein:\u00a0 41 grams<\/p>\n

    Fat:\u00a0 8 grams<\/p>\n

    Sat Fat:\u00a0 2.65 gram<\/p>\n

    Ranking:\u00a0 Skinny Gene Level 2<\/p>\n

    Sweet Potato Soup<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    12 \u00a0best foods cookbook, Dana Jacobi\u00a0 <\/em><\/p>\n

    Ingredients:<\/p>\n

    2 large sweet potatoes, chopped<\/p>\n

    1 small bag of baby carrots (1\/2 pound)<\/p>\n

    2 medium fuji apples, chopped<\/p>\n

    1 onion, chopped<\/p>\n

    1 T Canola oil<\/p>\n

    3 C fat free, reduced sodium chicken broth<\/p>\n

    cooking spray<\/p>\n

    Instructions:<\/p>\n

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    1. Chop sweet potatoes, carrots, and apples into 2-3 inch pieces and place a single layer on a baking sheet.\u00a0 Coat ingredients with cooking spray and allow to roast in oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for ~ 30 minutes.<\/li>\n
    2. In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat and saut\u00e9 onions until golden brown.\u00a0 Then add roasted sweet potato, apple, carrots and chicken broth.\u00a0 Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer for 20 minutes.\u00a0<\/li>\n
    3. Puree the soup in a blender.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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      Makes 4 servings<\/p>\n

      Calories:\u00a0 269<\/p>\n

      Carbohydrates:\u00a0 48 grams<\/p>\n

      Fiber:\u00a0 8 grams<\/p>\n

      Protein:\u00a0 5 grams<\/p>\n

      Fat:\u00a0 7 grams<\/p>\n

      Sat Fat:\u00a0 2 gram<\/p>\n

      Ranking:\u00a0 Skinny Gene Level 2<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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