How To Increase Your Metabolism?
For short metabolism is the
process by which your body turns food into energy. Metabolism is usually
measured according to your basal metabolic rate (BMR).
If you some of these symptoms you probably have slow metabolism:
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Weight gain
- Fatigue
- Low body temperature
- Constipation
- Poor mood
- Heavy head
- Dry skin
- Energy problems
Don't worry! Here is
how to increase your metabolism: -
Eat smaller meals of 300 to 400 calories through the day.
So, eat smaller meals four to six times each day. When you eat
smaller meals, your metabolism doesn't slow down since it must
adapt to a regular schedule of small but steady
calorie input.
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Always eat breakfast in the morning. Beside
inactivity, skipping breakfast is the biggest
cause of a slow metabolism.
- Eat plenty of low glycemic
carbohydrates because they have
fewer calories per unit volume than fat.
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Eat cereal high in fiber food, fresh fruit and
vegetables, fish (tuna or salmon), skinless chicken
breast, fat free cheese, olive oil,
seasoning spices, etc.
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Drink a plenty of water, as it will flush out
toxins in your body that are hindering
your metabolic rate.
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Caffeine can also help with increasing metabolism,
but you should choose healthier options, such as
green tea.
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Do regular aerobic and cardiovascular exercise.
Walk at least 3 to 4 times a week
Even simple walking or
taking the stairs instead of elevator can help increase
metabolism. All aerobic activities (running,
brisk walking, swimming, cycling, etc) increase
metabolism while you are exercising, and also keep your
metabolism burning for hours after that.
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