5. Spinach Salad

One of the best ways to protect your bones against osteoporosis is to eat spinach. This food will also protect you from arthritis, colon cancer and heart disease. The texture of the plant is delicate. Due to the amount of nutrients spinach contains, it boosts your metabolism and helps to lose weight.

6. Lean Meat

The more lean muscle you have, the more calories and fat you burn even when you stay at rest. Eat lean meats and increase your metabolic rate. Muscles need protein in order to develop and grow. Eat chicken, turkey and lean beef. Do not add too much salt and avoid sauces and dressings.