The metabolism can be a tricky thing—some of us were blessed with speedy metabolic rates, while others didn’t get so lucky. But it’s not all doom and gloom for the slow pokes, there are some tried and true natural ways to revv up the metabolism and make it work in your favor.
- Drink Up: It’s true what they say, try to drink at least 6-8 glasses a day. Water acts as a catalyst in the metabolic process by facilitating liver function and moving fuel fluidly through the body and eliminating waste.
- Sip Green Tea: The natural antioxidants coupled with low levels of caffeine present in green tea are the reasons why studies show that regular consumption can boost metabolism and oxidize fat.
- Add a Little Zing: Some spices contain thermogenic properties that heat the body during mealtime, which can increase metabolism by as much as 50 percent. Replace salt with spices like ginger, chili pepper and turmeric to kick up the flavor and your rev your metabolism.
- Eat More Regularly: Starving the body of quality nutrients or going on low-calorie diets causes muscle loss and results in a slower metabolism and long-term weight gain.
- Build Muscle: Yet another reason to pump iron and sculpt those long, lean muscles. Muscle burns three times more calories than fat, even when the body is at rest.
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