Do we have a say over how well our metabolism functions?
In a word, yes! Many health professionals will tell you that boosting your metabolism is a cornerstone in the weight loss process. Your metabolism is the sum of all the chemical reactions that occur within your body, and your metabolic rate is how fast these reactions take place. If you have a higher metabolism, you’re breaking things down more quickly and are more ready to expend energy at a moment’s notice. This is the reason having a high metabolism is so important, but is it possible to control or even boost your metabolism? Of course!
Here are a few tips to help you support a healthy metabolism:
1. Water Your Way to Victory. – Adults who drink 8 or more glasses of water a day burn more calories than those who drink 4 or less.
2. Eat More! – Studies show that eating a healthy snack every 3 to 4 hours rather than three large meals per day can help keep your metabolism active throughout the day.
3. Indulge in Caffeine. – Green and black tea, coffee, or even energy drinks are okay in moderation and can even help boost your metabolism temporarily.
4. Exercise! – Both high intensity and muscle building are key ingredients in increasing your at-rest metabolic rate. That means even if you exercised this morning, you’ll still be burning calories after dinner. So go ahead and have that little bite of dessert!
