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You\u2019ve probably heard people say, I wish my metabolism were better! We don\u2019t really think about our metabolism much until we notice our pants getting tighter or our bathing suits looking less flattering. But what role does metabolism play in our body\u2019s function? We do know that a sluggish metabolism<\/a> may affect weight gain. So, if you\u2019ve ever felt a little \u2018fuller\u2019, you\u2019re might have wondered, how can I increase my metabolism rate? We\u2019re here to share how your lifestyle plays a part, including why your metabolism needs infrared.<\/p>\n

What Exactly Is Metabolism?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Simply put, metabolism<\/a> is how your body breaks down the food and drinks you consume into energy. Your basal metabolic rate is the energy or calories burned when you simply exist. This includes breathing, cell repairs, circulation, digestion, and even resting, and you need a certain number of calories just for those functions. This process alone uses about one-tenth of your daily calorie intake.\"\"<\/p>\n

As you age, your metabolism can slow, and some of this is attributed to changes in hormones.\u00a0Additionally, since muscle mass tends to decrease the older you get and muscle helps burn fat, it makes sense that metabolism is affected by more than just hormones.<\/p>\n

Essentially, the two things that can influence the rate of metabolism are your eating habits and movement.<\/p>\n

Diet & Your Metabolism<\/strong><\/p>\n

What you eat and how much you eat play into your metabolism. Reducing calorie intake alone is not an ideal way to lose weight. Additionally, yo-yo dieting, particularly starvation diets and then back to regular, can damage the metabolism. \u00a0According to Cleveland Clinic, \u201cIf you restrict calories too much, your body starts to break down muscle for energy. A loss of muscle mass slows the metabolism.\u201d<\/p>\n

It\u2019s true that your body structure and muscle mass affect how rapidly you burn calories and how your metabolism functions. This is why when women and men go on similar diets or establish a weight loss routine, men lose weight faster. Typically, men have denser or higher muscle mass which helps naturally burn calories quicker. Of course, there are some keys to a gradual loss of weight<\/a> that work no matter what your gender.\"eating<\/p>\n

Keep in mind, many sites promote metabolism-boosting supplements, and they sound like a great quick fix. Unfortunately, these aren\u2019t always FDA regulated and have been shown to provide limited or short-term results. They could also have negative side effects.<\/p>\n

Primarily, you want to focus on steadily changing your lifestyle and habits. In order to burn off calories beyond your basal rate mentioned above, you need some form of exercise. Ultimately, you need to incorporate fitness to maintain a healthy metabolism.<\/p>\n

Fitness & Your Metabolism<\/strong><\/p>\n

Finding and sticking to a fitness groove can take trial and error, especially if your job or lifestyle is sedentary. Take the first step, as James Brown said, and \u201cGet on up!\u201d Small changes to your everyday habits and routine, such as walking more or taking the stairs, can boost your metabolic rate.<\/p>\n

Ideally, you want to find an exercise<\/a> that you can sustain. Cardio or aerobic activity stimulates your metabolism, and can also lower your appetite, even if short-term. However, don\u2019t forget to include weight training, because as mentioned, building muscle mass will automatically increase caloric burn.<\/p>\n

\"\"A recent study<\/a> published in Cardiovascular Research journal concluded that exercise has even more\u00a0impact on metabolism than originally thought. \u201cThe power of exercise to boost metabolism is on top of its positive effects on blood pressure, heart rate, fitness, body fat, and body weight. Our findings cement the central role of exercise in preventing cardiovascular disease.\u201d<\/p>\n

Alright then, say you\u2019ve established better eating habits and incorporated some exercise. What\u2019s one more positive practice that can boost metabolism? Let\u2019s talk about infrared saunas.<\/p>\n

Infrared Sauna & Metabolism<\/strong><\/p>\n

What\u2019s unique to infrared saunas compared to other types of saunas is how effectively the heat penetrates to raise your internal body temperature. Far infrared is the most intense, and one session in a sauna can actually help burn hundreds of calories as it activates your circulation and cardio function. Some medical practitioners liken a sauna session to going for a jog in terms of spent energy.<\/p>\n

The rise of your core body temperature allows for your lymphatic, cardiovascular, and immune systems to release fat-based sweat, which leads to a healthier metabolism. On top of that, It also increases enzyme production, which improves gut health and thereby, overall health.\"metabolism<\/p>\n

Even more beneficial is that a 30-minute session in an infrared sauna kickstarts caloric burn. According to Dr. Corey Hewko, certified Naturopath and Chiropractor, that caloric burn \u201ccan continue even after your sauna session.\u201d Imagine relaxing in a soothing infrared sauna, burning calories, and then continuing to burn them while watching your favorite movie or reading a book.<\/p>\n

Overall, your journey to a better metabolism takes multiple lifestyle changes.<\/p>\n

Now that you\u2019ve learned why your metabolism needs infrared, it makes more sense to invest in a sauna. You\u2019ll not only feel healthier, but you\u2019ll see improvements in sleep, skin appearance, and mood.<\/p>\n

Find out more about Health Mate saunas<\/a> and which one suits your home or budget. Get more details on the variety of benefits<\/a> offered. Who knows, you could feel like a million bucks faster than you thought!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

You\u2019ve probably heard people say, I wish my metabolism were better! We don\u2019t really think about our metabolism much until we notice our pants getting tighter or our bathing suits looking less flattering. But what role does metabolism play in our body\u2019s function? We do know that a sluggish metabolism may affect weight gain. 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