Metabolism
TikTok Says This Sit-Down Calf Pushup Exercise Can Boost Your Metabolism (But There’s A Big Caveat) – Health Digest
According to study author and professor of Health and Human Performance at the University of Houston, Marc Hamilton, what you’re working out while doing these seated calf pushups is something called the soleus muscle. In fact, it’s a muscle you’d work out in one of the best exercises to strengthen weak calves – calf raises. The […]
When You Stop Eating Carbs, This Is What Happens To Your Metabolism – Health Digest
You’ll lose weight after 30 days on a ketogenic diet, but you’re also more likely to lose muscle mass, according to a 2021 review in Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition. Out of 13 controlled trials involving 244 people, keto diets caused a greater loss of fat-free mass (i.e., muscle) compared to non-keto diets, even […]
What Happens To Your Metabolism When You Eat Peanut Butter Every Day – Health Digest
Peanut butter is a rich source of both soluble and insoluble fiber. Total dietary fiber in two tablespoons of the smooth stuff amounts to 1.6 grams, per the U.S. Department of Agriculture. High-fiber foods not only keep you satiated for longer periods (which means you won’t overeat), but they also slow down and improve digestion. Insoluble […]
These Are The Best Proteins To Eat To Speed Up Your Metabolism – Health Digest
A boost in metabolism through the protein in eggs could result in a leaner body. A 2022 article in Clinical Nutrition looked at the diets of more than 300 college students and found that those who ate more than five eggs a week had lower BMI, waist circumference/height, and body fat percentage. They also had […]
When You Eat Fruit Every Day, This Is What Happens To Your Metabolism – Health Digest
Although there are some fruits that contain a decent amount of protein (like guavas, avocados, jackfruit, and kiwi), fruits can’t be considered a good source of protein in and of themselves. The problem with fruitarian diets is the significant lack of protein in them. Not only does protein have a higher thermic effect than carbs […]
What Happens To Your Metabolism When You Don’t Eat Enough Protein – Health Digest
Slowing your metabolism isn’t something anyone wants, especially those trying to lose weight. However, understanding the why can be a little complicated. To understand how this works, you must realize that just living burns calories, so getting up, breathing, and even going to the bathroom burns calories. What you eat can increase or decrease your […]