Foods rich in magnesium are another proven ingredient in speeding up metabolism. Eat oatmeal for breakfast, or snack on almonds or cashews throughout the day. Other magnesium-rich foods are halibut, soybeans and spinach. Incorporate three to four servings of magnesium into your diet each day.
Eat Breakfast A healthful breakfast each morning will give the metabolism a boost and keep it moving throughout the day. Eat a breakfast that could include peanut butter on whole-grain toast, a bowl of oatmeal or a high-fiber cereal with soy milk.
Exercise is an important factor in a speedy metabolism. Strength training and cardiovascular exercise will boost to the metabolism and keep it working throughout the day. Fit in at least 10 to 15 minutes of exercise each day, even if you are only able to do it in five-minute intervals. The key is to get the metabolism to a fast rate, which will burn more fat over a longer period of time.
Increase your protein- Protein exerts a greater metabolic-boosting effect than carbs or dietary fat. When calories drop, protein saves muscle, which helps keep the metabolism (calorie burning) elevated.
Eat more fish- When calories are controlled, the inclusion of omega-3 fatty acids found in salmon, trout and sardines may promote speedier fat loss. A study revealed that dieters who ate fish on a daily basis lost more weight than those who ate fish just once a week.
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