Your metabolism includes all the bodily processes that convert food into energy that fuels your body. The rate at which these processes occur depends on many factors, from genetics to diet. Although you can’t control all of these factors, there are many things that you can do to support your metabolism and boost your metabolic rate. Here are some daily habits to support your metabolism.
Stay hydrated all day.
As soon as you wake up, drink a glass of water. Drinking water first thing in the morning “wakes up” your metabolism and gets things moving. That doesn’t mean to ignore your water bottle for the remainder of the day — the digestive system needs water to function, and your metabolism will work better when you’re hydrated. So get a good jump start in the morning, and carry your water with you all day long. Drinking water is a simple daily habit to support your metabolism.
Move your body daily.
To get things moving in your digestive system, you need to move! Exercise is one of the best ways to support your metabolism. A mix of cardio, low-intensity workouts such as walking, and strength training will boost your metabolism. If you have an office job and sit at your desk all day, try to get up periodically for short walks and take advantage of your lunch break to get some steps in. Strength training stimulates your metabolism even after the workout is complete, and it builds muscle, too.
Eat your fiber.
Fiber is a wonderful nutrient, but most of us aren’t getting enough of it. Fiber is food for the healthy bacteria in our gut, but our bodies cannot digest it. Because of this, our bodies work extra hard to try and break it down, which burns more energy. Fiber also keeps you feeling full for longer, which means you won’t feel the need to eat as often.
Practice mindful eating.
Your metabolism works best at a healthy weight. By becoming more mindful of what and how much you eat, you will better understand your eating habits and hunger cues. Do you eat dinner while watching TV or talking on the phone? These habits might lead to overeating when we eat while distracted. Take the time to enjoy your meals and stop when you’re full. Mindful eating is an essential daily habit to support your metabolism and your overall health and wellness.
Get enough sleep!
Like most bodily processes, your metabolism needs sleep and rest to function optimally. Lack of sleep will disrupt your metabolism and slow down your metabolic rate. Sleep deprivation also increases appetite and cravings, especially for unhealthy foods that are high in sugars or salt (think pre-packaged snacks). This could partially be because sleep deprivation disrupts the hunger hormones. A consistent sleep schedule will do wonders for your metabolism and overall health.
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Lorraine Miano discovered her passion of offering menopause advocacy, support and resources to women in all phases of menopause through health coaching, proper nutrition and preventive lifestyle choices. She received her certifications as a Health Coach and hormone health expert from The Institute for Integrative Nutrition.
She has been able to help even more women by writing and publishing her first book, The Magic of Menopause: A Holistic Guide to Get Your Happy Back! The book helps guide women through the struggles they face as they begin menopause and helps tackle the daily changes such as balancing hormones holistically, getting a better night’s sleep and reducing or eliminating hot flashes, to name a few.
Lorraine loves to encourage her clients with her mantra “Menopause is NOT an ending! IT IS a new beginning!"
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