Metabolism is the combined name given to the set of chemical reactions that takes place in our body. For any living being metabolism is an impertinent function for sustaining life. In short metabolism transforms the food we intake into energy, through Catabolism (Breaking down of complex substances) and Anabolism (Construction of cell components through energy), making it the key factor of maintaining health and fitness by controlling the complex human anatomy.

Basal Metabolic Rate is the amount of energy utilized by the human body when at rest, in a neutral environment, for the functioning of vital organs of the human body like heart, lungs, brain, nervous system, liver, kidney, sex organs and skin. It’s estimated that human beings utilize up-to 70% of the energy for functioning of the human body. This metabolic rate reduces with age and loss of body mass. So metabolism is a very vital factor for weight loss.

By following the below mentioned 12 keys, you can not only burn your daily calories but also boost your metabolism.

1) Breakfast: Scientists suggest dinner should be taken at least three hours before going to bed. Early dinner helps food being digested before rest which ensures complete rest for your entire body and also avoids deposit of calories due to sluggish digestion while sleeping. So breakfast is a very important meal, as it avoids further time delay which will trigger starvation mode. In starvation mode our body will conserve energy to use it for most important vital functions leaving you drained and also aids in weight-gain.

2) Timely Meals: Always eat at regular interval and follow a systematic schedule for eating. Have three healthy meals a day and avoid eating at late night. Scheduled food intake means healthy metabolism and reduces the chance of weight-gain due to irregular food habits.

3) Snacks in between meals: Snacking is a common habit these days. Snacks when healthy, like fruits or fruit juices, raw vegetables, etc will enhance the metabolic rate and also reduces the intensity of hunger. This greatly reduces the weight-gain which comes with high-calorie snacks or more food intake.

4) Caloric intake: On an average a person needs 1200 calories a day. Anything more than that weakens the metabolism resulting in weight-gain. Maintaining a daily chart for calories will help in regulating them.

5) Raw food: Foods that are rich in carbohydrates not only slows down metabolism also contributes a lot to calories. Reducing the intake of carbohydrates and replacing it with raw food increases fiber and strengthens metabolism. Fiber-rich foods enhance metabolism resulting in healthy weight-loss.

6) Exercises: Exercises should be part of daily life. Apart from proper diet-plan exercises are important for maintaining and reducing weight. Exercises improves metabolism and also keeps you active. The best time to exercise is early mornings when the air is fresh and rich in ozone content.

7) Walking: Along with exercises few minutes of walking each day is a very good practice. Walking is the best cardio-exercise and boosts metabolism. It also activates all the organs in our body and very efficient in weight loss too.

Weight training: As metabolism works within your muscles, it is ideal to go for weight training at least thrice a week as it improves your metabolism.

9) Physical Activity: Apart from all the other measures taken, physical activity is very important. Instead of driving to a nearby shop walking down would be a good option as being active is a very important factor for healthy metabolism.

10) Avoid alcohol: Alcohol intake is very unhealthy, as it weakens metabolism. Alcohol is high in calories and also adversely affects appetite leaving your digestive confused making you under-eat or over-eat. Alcohol consumption is thus a very important factor for weight-gain as well.

11) Intake of water: An average human body requires a minimum of 2.5 liters each day for smooth and effective functioning. Good intake of water is very important for healthy metabolism. Water is required for each and every function in our body right from digestion to production of blood to circulation of blood etc.

12) Avoid diet or slimming pills: It’s always advisable to avoid using diet or slimming pills because they are grossly misguiding, ineffective and mostly hazardous.

Use these key factors to supercharge your metabolism and weight-loss.

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