10 Natural Ways To Support Your Metabolism

In our journey towards better health and overall well-being, naturally supporting your metabolism is likely something you’ve considered. Metabolism is more than just burning calories—it’s the process that our bodies use to convert food into energy, impacting our weight, energy levels, mood, and overall physical condition. Genetics and age play significant roles in our metabolic rate, but integrating various natural strategies into our daily lives can effectively enhance and support our metabolism. Imagine staying energized throughout the day, feeling more vibrant, and burning calories more efficiently with just a few lifestyle tweaks.

Here are ten strategies to help support your metabolic function and overall health.

Drink water

Drinking just 17 ounces of water 3 times per day can increase your metabolism by up to 30%.Dehydration slows your metabolism, so staying hydrated can support healthy metabolic function. 

Get enough sleep

Getting enough sleep - and high-quality sleep - can support your metabolic rate. Studies are indicating that sleep deprivation alters your body’s metabolic functions, leading to increased weight gain. 

Eat protein

In addition to helping you stay full longer (and curbing cravings), protein takes more energy to digest, helping to keep your metabolism working smoothly. Trying to cut down on red meat (or meat in general)? No problem - our whey and plant-based proteins are an easy way to get more of this important macronutrient into your diet. 

Drink green tea

Green tea contains antioxidants and other compounds that can help boost your metabolism and aid in weight loss. Don’t like tea? Other caffeinated products work too by increasing your energy expenditure. Just be careful - talk to your doctor about what caffeine intake is appropriate for you, and don’t exceed recommended amounts. 

Eat spicy foods

Spicy foods contain capsaicinoids, which can trigger your body's thermogenic response and increase your metabolic rate and body temperature. Spicy foods can also support healthy fullness cues, curbing your appetite. 

Eat ginger

Not into hot sauce or cayenne pepper? Ginger also has thermogenic and appetite-curbing effects. This little root can do a lot for your body! 

Eat less sugar

Sugars aren’t inherently bad - after all, they’re found naturally in foods like fresh fruit! But the excess added sugars found in highly processed foods like soft drinks and packaged sweets can make it harder for your metabolism to do its thing. Be mindful of your sugar consumption, and take a look at the “added sugars” section on your nutrition labels before buying processed snacks. 

Reduce Stress

We know, easier said than done! But when we’re under stress, our bodies release more of the hormone cortisol. This sends us into a fight-or-flight state, which naturally slows our bodily responses (such as metabolism) to help us survive the dangerous situation. This hormone is important for our survival - but in modern life, when we are stressed by traffic jams and not saber-toothed tigers, it can be unhealthy.

Focus on reducing unnecessary stress in your life by practicing mindfulness, focusing on your overall wellness, and taking time for self-care.

Move your body

It’s not just about burning calories - exercise helps your metabolism become more efficient and supports your body’s overall function. As we’ve seen above, when your body is better able to perform daily functions, it can devote more energy towards your metabolism. So whether it’s a HIIT workout or a walk around the block, get moving! 

What We’re Doing

It’s hard work keeping our metabolism healthy. So we developed Metabolism+ to help support you on your wellness journey. Metabolism+ incorporates nature-based ingredients that work to complement your body’s own abilities. Made with ingredients like cinnamon, cayenne, green tea leaf, cacao bean, and more, our formula is crafted to support energy levels, weight management, fat metabolism, exercise performance, and overall well-being.*