Have you ever seen an Oprah weight loss special? Guests have gained and lost hundreds of pounds. It's incredible. How do most people gain that extra 10, 20 or 100-plus pound? The answer is one cheeseburger at a time.
It's usually a gradual process, based on several factors. We can counter this waist line creep by adopting healthy habits that over time can produce change. What are some extra little actions we can do daily to increase our metabolism to help lose or maintain our weight?
Always eat breakfast. Eating breakfast jump starts your metabolism and eating every three hours thereafter keeps energy high all day. Women who skip this meal are four and a half times more likely to be obese.
Drink coffee or tea daily. Caffeine is a central nervous system stimulant, and has been shown to increase metabolism by 5 to 8 percent. This adds up to between 98 and174 calories a day. A cup of brewed tea can raise your metabolism by 12 percent.
Eat your fiber. Research has shown that some fiber can increase your fat burning by as much as 30 percent. Aim for a minimum of 25 grams daily. This can be a challenge. Read food labels carefully, looking for the most fiber-rich foods. Sources include whole grains, fresh fruits, veggies, lentils and beans.
Make your water ice cold. Researchers have found that drinking six cups of cold water each day can raise your resting metabolism to burn 50 extra calories. Just drinking 10 large glasses per day burns about a pound per month.
Choose organic products when you can. A study out of Canada reports that those who have the most organochlorines (pollutants from pesticides, which are stored in fat cells) experience a lower metabolism as they lose weight. Another researcher found that pesticides can cause weight gain. So always choose organic when picking peaches, apples, bell peppers, celery, nectarines, strawberries, cherries, lettuce, imported grapes, and pears.
Always include protein. Your body needs protein to maintain its lean muscle mass. Add protein to every meal.
Skip the cocktails. When you drink alcohol, you burn less fat and will probably kick yourself out the fat burning stage. The alcohol you consume will be used as an energy source instead of the fat. Having two martinis can reduce your body's fat-burning ability by up to 73 percent.
Exercise. Taking part in both aerobic and weight training will significantly increase metabolism and build muscle, which will be an important part of you maintaining your healthy weight.
For more information, contact Shaun Golden at (760)470-7286.
It's usually a gradual process, based on several factors. We can counter this waist line creep by adopting healthy habits that over time can produce change. What are some extra little actions we can do daily to increase our metabolism to help lose or maintain our weight?
Always eat breakfast. Eating breakfast jump starts your metabolism and eating every three hours thereafter keeps energy high all day. Women who skip this meal are four and a half times more likely to be obese.
Drink coffee or tea daily. Caffeine is a central nervous system stimulant, and has been shown to increase metabolism by 5 to 8 percent. This adds up to between 98 and174 calories a day. A cup of brewed tea can raise your metabolism by 12 percent.
Eat your fiber. Research has shown that some fiber can increase your fat burning by as much as 30 percent. Aim for a minimum of 25 grams daily. This can be a challenge. Read food labels carefully, looking for the most fiber-rich foods. Sources include whole grains, fresh fruits, veggies, lentils and beans.
Make your water ice cold. Researchers have found that drinking six cups of cold water each day can raise your resting metabolism to burn 50 extra calories. Just drinking 10 large glasses per day burns about a pound per month.
Choose organic products when you can. A study out of Canada reports that those who have the most organochlorines (pollutants from pesticides, which are stored in fat cells) experience a lower metabolism as they lose weight. Another researcher found that pesticides can cause weight gain. So always choose organic when picking peaches, apples, bell peppers, celery, nectarines, strawberries, cherries, lettuce, imported grapes, and pears.
Always include protein. Your body needs protein to maintain its lean muscle mass. Add protein to every meal.
Skip the cocktails. When you drink alcohol, you burn less fat and will probably kick yourself out the fat burning stage. The alcohol you consume will be used as an energy source instead of the fat. Having two martinis can reduce your body's fat-burning ability by up to 73 percent.
Exercise. Taking part in both aerobic and weight training will significantly increase metabolism and build muscle, which will be an important part of you maintaining your healthy weight.
For more information, contact Shaun Golden at (760)470-7286.