8 Keys To Super-charging Your Metabolism For Weight Loss

Metabolism is the process of converting food to energy and the results are burned calories. Basically, it is the speed at which your body's motor is running. On the other hand basal metabolism is the metabolic rate or caloric expenditure needed to maintain body functions such as your heart beating, breathing, muscle tone, and so on while at rest. It's how fast your body's motor is running when still or at rest. Basal metabolism accounts for about 75% of the calories you expend on a daily basis.

The good news is that there are 8 ways you can increase metabolism!

1. Always eat, especially breakfast!

You can lose weight simply by eating a substantial breakfast, lunch, and a light dinner (no less than 1200 calories a day). Skipping breakfast sends a message to your body that you're starving. As a protective mechanism, your metabolism slows down for the day.

2. Snack frequently!

Eat complex carbohydrates in between meals to fuel your metabolism. This will prevent you from becoming too hungry. The hungrier you are the less control you have over what and how much you eat.

3. Aerobic exercise!

Do some type of aerobic exercise on a daily basis, preferably in the morning. Our bodies were designed to be active on a daily basis.

4. Lean muscle!

Tone your muscles with weight training at least three days per week. Toned muscles send your metabolism through the roof, because muscles need constant energy.

5. Drink water!

Drink at least 64 ounces of water a day. If you are very active, drink up to a gallon if you can. Carrying a bottle with you will constantly remind you to drink frequently throughout the day.

6. Avoid alcohol!

Alcohol depresses your metabolism and stimulates your appetite. If you must have it, drink moderately.

7. Avoid too many sugars!

Sugar spikes your insulin level and decreases your capability of burning calories.

8. Avoid quick fixes!

For every action, there's a reaction. Quick fixes tend to be exactly what they are and nothing else. After this fix is over, your body will suffer from lack of proper nutrition and exercising.