Raise Your Metabolism
A workout schedule is a great way to keep yourself fit and to maintain a healthy metabolism, but there are other things you can do to supplement your workout. Here are just some of the ways you can keep your body in shape.
1.Don’t skip your breakfast:
Eating a good healthy breakfast is crucial in maintaining optimal energy levels throughout the day. Skipping breakfast will lead your body into “”starvation mode””, and slow its metabolism.
2.Eat more foods with lean protein:
Lean protein require a lot more energy to burn and digest, which increases your metabolism. Try eating more chicken and tinned fish, and you’ll see they keep you full and satisfied for a longer time.
3.Eat lots of omega-3 rich foods:
Omega-3 are fatty acids that boost its metabolism. They help regulate your blood sugar and keep your metabolism steady. Good sources for omega 3 are foods like avocados, fish and walnuts.
4.Eat dark chocolate:
The caffeine and the antioxidants in dark chocolate are both known to be metabolism boosters. However, make sure you eat brands with 70% cacao and above, anything lower has too much sugar and fat in it to be healthy.
5.Eat healthy snacks options:
Small healthy snacks during the day can keep your energy level consistent. This will keep your metabolism high by maintaining normal blood sugar levels at all times of the day.
6.Eat nuts:
Walnuts and pistachios contain many vitamins, minerals and essential fatty acids that aid in boosting metabolism. A handful a day is more than enough and is also a good idea for a healthy snack.
7.Drink green tea:
Green tea contains phenols, chemical compounds that increase your body€™s ability to burn calories.
8.Don’t skip meals:
Much like skipping breakfast, skipping any other meal is just as bad for your metabolism. If you’re hungry, just eat and make sure it’s healthy food.
9.Drink water:
Green tea, coffee and energy drinks may all have their benefits but nothing beats a cold glass of water. Old water helps in burning extra 50 calories. Hence, drinking six cups of cold water a day can help you lose calories while helping you boost your metabolism.
10.Relax:
Taking the time to alleviate your stress will benefit your life in more ways than one. Stress causes the production of cortisol, which can slow your metabolism down. So take out time for yourself to do activities you like. For example reading a book, listening to some music or getting a massage.
11.Eat a light snack before sleep:
To keep your nocturnal metabolism high as well as your daily metabolism, eat a light snack before going to bed. If you’ve just had a big meal, wait at least 2 hours before going to sleep.
12.Get a good night’s sleep:
Rest is essential for a healthy metabolism. Sleeping for eight hours every night will increase your energy levels throughout the day. Sleep is also important to maintain a normal stress and blood sugar levels- both being an important part of a healthy lifestyle.
While the above article guides you to eating healthier, there is no substitute for customized professional advice given by a qualified nutritionist. We urge you to speak to your personal dietician or if you need help, contact a nutritionist at Qua Nutrition.
