Monday, June 24, 2013

15 Ways To Boost Your Metabolism

#1 Mind Your Calories
While it's important to not overdo the calories it's also smart to eat enough. Eating too little slows down your metabolism by 45 percent, according to Redbook Magazine.

#2 Fidget Your Way Thin
Hey, do you want to know a secret that your thin friends know? Fidgeting, such as in tapping your foot or pencil, keeps stubborn calories at bay because your moving even while sitting.

#3 Don't Forget Breakfast
Eating breakfast revs up your metabolism because you set yourself up to burn fat for the rest of the day.

#4 Go Ahead, Eat More Often
The goal here is to eat small meals throughout the day; sticking to high-protein, low-calorie meals.

#5 Get Your ZZZ's
Getting seven to eight ours of sleep each night keeps your metabolism on an even keel because you don't crave as much junk food and caffeine.

#6 Protein is Your Friend
Eat enough protein throughout the day and notice how you keep your weight in check. Protein sets the body up to burn up to 200 more calories each day.

#7 Know Your Carbs
While a low-carb diet can help you shed weight. Pick the right choices when it comes to your carbs such as wheat bread, whole-grain cereal and brown rice.

#8 Calcium Revs Your Metabolism
Calcium is one of those foods we don't typically think about when it comes to weight loss. However, the truth is, getting enough of it kicks your metabolism into high gear.

#9 Spice is Nice
Add some spice to your foods to kick your metabolism into high gear. Spices contain Capsaicin, which speeds up your metabolism for a couple hours after you eat.

#11 Cardio Counts
Engage in a cardio-friendly activity for up to an hour a day to keep your metabolism humming on the right note

#12 Move Those Muscles
Move those muscles and see a noticeable spike in your metabolism. Not only does lifting weights and other forms of strength training keep your body burning calories 24/7, but bodies with more lean muscle burn calories faster.

#13 Change Your Scene
Getting out and about at a new location, even a new coffee shop, can give your body and mind the perspective it needs to keep on losing weight.

#14 Say Goodbye, Processed Foods
Processed foods, such as packaged cheese and deli meats, contain salt and other ingredients that make your body work harder to keep your metabolism running smoothly.

#15 Drink Plenty of Water
Water hydrates you, which allows your metabolism to keep running the way it should. Experts recommend aiming for at least eight glasses of water per day.

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