How To Boost Your Metabolism

Drink Some Green Tea

Some studies have indicated green tea can raise an individual's metabolism about four to five percent. The boost may combine with caffeine and catechins already in the tea, both of which have been shown to raise an individual's metabolism slightly for a few hours. Some research shows drinking two to four cups a day may help individuals burn off seventeen percent more calories during exercise for a short time. Green tea also comes with numerous other health benefits and no negative consequences provided individuals don't drink excessive amounts, so why not drink a mug of it every day?

Replace Cooking Oils And Fats With Coconut Oil

There has been a lot of attention paid to coconut oil as a fat burner. Coconut oil is saturated fat, which should be eaten in moderation, though has a slightly different type of saturated fat. It raises an individual's metabolism more than well-known types of saturated fat in foods like butter. Some studies have shown increased weight loss in those consuming it, but other studies have not.

More studies are needed, not only on how well it works but also in its safety as a saturated fat. Either way, reports still show it has more benefits when it comes to increasing metabolism when it replaces other cooking oils, particularly ones like canola oil. Coconut oil is also often useful as an ingredient in healthier baking recipes, typically for muffins or cookies.