Some people have a slower metabolic rate and have a harder time staying slim. Younger persons have higher (faster) metabolism because of the increased activity of cells. A slow metabolism actually causes to store fat. The slower the metabolic rate, the greater the weight gains. How to build muscles to improve metabolism? What type of exercise is ideal that speed up metabolism so that you burn calories even at rest or sleep? There are simple exercises that speed up the metabolism.
Causes for Low Metabolism
- Fasting
- A low calorie diet
- Snacking throughout the day on too much sugar containing foods (candy, colas, cakes, gum).
- Lack of physical activity.
- Underactive thyroid.
Metabolism Boosters
There are some natural metabolism boosters (natural foods) that can improve your metabolism. Do not take over the counter pills containing animal thyroid extract that claim to boost up metabolism. These products may have side effects as diarrhea, increased heart rate, excessive sweating, nervousness, tremors, bulging eyes, etc.
How to Improve (Speed up) Metabolism
- Do not skip any meals
- Exercise daily
- Build your muscles
- Avoid alcohol, sugar, and fastings
- Drink 8-10 glasses of water daily.
- Eat foods with high nutrition values
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