Are all Calories Created Equal?

Are all calories really created equal? I still adhere to basic physics and the Law of thermodynamics that to lose weight you still have to take in less calories to lose weight but I also believe some foods do have the capacity to burn a few more calories than others. 

They are foods like lean meats, whole cooked grains like oatmeal or brown rice, small amounts of nuts, and of course my old time favorites, fruits and vegetables. They contain more filling fiber (except meat; although generally it is a more satiating food anyway) so you eat less and obtain more nutrition that your body requires to lose weight. Some are just spicy.

I’m sure you have heard of energizing foods like coffee, green tea and even dark chocolate! Caffeine does help your body burn a few more calories but don’t over do as it can be hard on the adrenal glands  when consumed excessively. Green tea contains catechins which raise metabolism by about 4% or so. Dark chocolate also contains caffeine and catechins but do watch how much you consume because it still has a lot of calories. Spicy foods like peppers, cinnamon, garlic, cloves mustard, vinegar and even capsaicin supplements (from spicy peppers) can burn more calories. (Always check with your doctor before adding ANY SUPPLEMENTS to your diet.)