Metabolism is the name of the bodily system that converts food calories to energy needed to perform various tasks, like pumping oxygen to muscles during a long walk. Many variables contribute to your metabolism, including heredity, gender and age. You may be able to increase your metabolism through simple lifestyle changes that will result in a healthier and happier you.

EAT BREAKFAST

First thing in the morning is to burn the most calories possible throughout the day. Studies show that eating breakfast can increase your resting metabolism for the rest of the day by as much as 10%. A healthy breakfast of fruits and yogurt, or a piece of bread and a couple of eggs. You just need something simple and healthy to alert your body to start working.

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EAT IN SMALLER PORTION FREQUENTLY

Your metabolism likes smaller meals more often and processes them more efficiently than large heavy meals. In fact, saving all of your calories and eating two heavy meals during the day is one of the surest ways to slow down your metabolism. Try eating 5 or 6 times a day combining 3 light meals with 2 or 3 healthy snacks.

EXERCISE MORE

When you walk, run or lift weights, you increase the energy required of your body, which raises your metabolism then and for hours afterward. HIIT is High Intensity Interval Training, a method of exercise that is about short, intense workouts that usually last about 20 minutes. It has been shown to burn fat more effectively than being on the treadmill for hours on end. Incorporating HIIT into your fitness regime twice a week can boost up your metabolism and shock your body to stimulate fat loss.

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EAT VITAMIN B

Vitamin B is the key in turning carbs, fats and proteins into energy. When you don’t get enough, your metabolism slows down, leaving you fatigued, possibly depressed and at risk for diseases. Try adding more spinach, broccoli and proteins like fish and eggs to your diet to boost up on B vitamins. You’ll notice the increase in energy!

DRINK MORE WATER

People who drink water instead of sugary drinks are more successful at losing weight and keeping it off. Drinking water may also temporarily speed up your metabolism! This calorie-burning effect may be even greater if you drink cold water, as your body uses energy to heat it up to body temperature. Water can also help fill you up. Studies show that drinking water a half an hour before you eat can help you eat less.

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