10 Best Eating Habits to Help Boost Your Metabolism

Eat Protein with Every Meal - Protein requires more energy to digest, boosting your metabolism and helping build muscle.

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Drink Plenty of Water - Staying hydrated is essential for optimal metabolism, as even mild dehydration can slow it down.

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Eat Smaller, More Frequent Meals - Eating regularly throughout the day keeps your metabolism active

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Don’t Skip Breakfast - A healthy breakfast jumpstarts your metabolism after an overnight fast

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Include Spicy Foods - Spicy foods like chili peppers contain capsaicin, which can temporarily increase your metabolic rate.

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Opt for Whole Foods - Whole, unprocessed foods are harder to digest and burn more calories during digestion, boosting your metabolism.

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Incorporate Green Tea - Green tea contains catechins, which may enhance fat burning and increase metabolism.

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Limit Added Sugars and Refined Carbs - These can cause insulin spikes and crashes, leading to a slower metabolism over time.

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