Health and Lifestyle

6 Ways to Boost Your Metabolism and Lose Weight

Dr. Veena Madhankumar

May 23, 2019 — 3 min read

Weight loss and weight management are something we are struggling to follow. When we are focusing on weight management it is important to understand that everyone’s individual metabolism plays a key role.

The food you eat plays a key role in how your metabolism functions. Good food increases your energy level and helps in stabilizing your metabolic functions. Read further to know about the list of foods that should be part of your diet.

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1.Vitamin-D Enriched Foods

When your body faces a deficiency in Vitamin D, it will definitely slow down your metabolism. The easiest and the most important source of Vitamin D is sunlight. When we do not get enough sunlight we will have to look for ways to supplement it with food. Tofu, mushrooms, soya milk, eggs and fish are a few food products rich in Vitamin D.

2.Natural coolers

Studies show, keeping yourself hydrated and staying cool can help in increasing the rate of your metabolism. Maintaining a balance in your bodily fluids is very important in keeping your metabolic rate healthy. Melons and cucumbers are natural body coolers and help in keeping your body cool.

3.Milk and yogurt

Milk is a wonderful source of calcium and regular supply of calcium to your body can help your metabolism process the fat in your body efficiently. Yogurt is a very prominent source of probiotics. Probiotics are good bacteria which helps your digestion process and maintains your body temperature. Being rich in protein consuming cottage cheese can help in maintaining and repairing your muscles.

4.Green vegetables

Protein, minerals and iron are rich in garden vegetables like broccoli, avocado, spinach and asparagus. The composition of these vegetables help in fulfilling your daily energy requirement and keep you moving throughout the day.

5.Fish

Fish are usually rich in omega-3 fatty acids which significantly increase the rate of your metabolism. Fish oil also raises the secretion levels of fat burning enzymes in your body.

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6.Nuts and Seeds

Dry fruits and nuts are a rich source of energy. Brazil nuts, pistachios, almonds and walnuts have a variety of health benefits. These nuts are a primary source of protein. These nuts have a high thermic effect, hence our body will have to use up more fats to digest them. Sunflower seeds and flax seeds help in increasing the rate of your metabolism as well.

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