Keep reading for the pros' top 13 tips on how to speed up your metabolism.
Meet the Experts
What Is the Metabolism?
The metabolism also removes metabolic waste, substances created during metabolism that are unusable by the body.
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Drink Green Tea
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Factor in Fiber
Increasing your fiber intake might aid in weight loss.
How so?High-fiber foodsboost metabolism because fiber is indigestible.
Most fiber has a combination of both insoluble and soluble fibers.
Foods higher in insoluble fiber include wheat bran, beans, cauliflower, and apples.
Soluble fiber can be found in brown rice, oat bran, and artichokes, among other foods.
Certain vitamins and minerals have been found to support a healthy metabolism.
Lean muscle is your ally in raising your BMR.
In fact, an older 2002 study found that weight-lifting increased calorie burn for 38 hours after exercise.
Registered dietician Su-Nui Escobar notes, “Muscle burns more calories than fat at rest.
Muscle loss occurs due to lack of exercise, and it also naturally happens as people age.”
While cardio is integral to maintaining health, muscle is equally important.
“Plus, it can cause cravings for sugary foods.
This is called the thermic effect of food.”
Keep Things Consistent
Avoidcrash diets, which may cause your metabolism (and weight) to yo-yo.
Mitochondria are the powerhouse of cells responsible for generating energy.
Chronic inflammation can impair mitochondrial function, leading to reduced energy production and metabolic inefficiency [r].
By reducing inflammation, mitochondrial function can be enhanced, leading to improved metabolism and energy production.”
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