#1 Don’t Skip Breakfast

The morning meal boosts your metabolism and helps to prevent overeating afterward throughout the day.  A cup of coffee does not count as breakfast – the caffeine and added sugar will give you a little bit of energy and repress your appetite for a little despite the fact that it is guaranteed to back fire into severe hunger and you could be much more likely to overeat afterward.  The first meal of the day should incorporate both complex carbohydrates like whole grain (granola or oatmeal), as well as some protein and some fat as well (low-fat yogurt or milk), will be able to keep your energy levels constant and hunger level in check.

#2 Eat more often

Make the habit of eating every three to four hours or at atleast four times per day.  Eating regularly stabilizes blood sugal levels, while blood sugar drops too low you desire to eat…a lot.  By keeping your blood sugar steady you will be able to regulate your desire for food and keep you metabolic rate elevated.  When a person goes several hours without eating your body will counteract by slowing down to conserve energy…this effect hurts your weight loss efforts.

#3 Eat protein at every meal

Protein can help to diminish your desire for food, it takes more energy and time to process, in effect you feel full a longer time than when you eat carbohydrates alone.  Research shows that eating more protein is able to help you lose the extra weight without decreasing calories.  Try these protein suggestions: turkey on whole wheat; hummus and pita; vegetarian chili; fruit and nuts; or protein snack bars which should consist of 12 or more grams of protein.

#4 Don’t Snack

Many of us reach for a snack for instant energy once we are feeling drained.  But do not confuse true hunger with fatigue.  If you are feeling fatigued go for a 15-20 minute invigorating walk.  This will elevate your heart rate and give you a boost of energy.  Follow it up with a generous glass of chilled water.  If you are really hungry find a protein and complex carbohydrate rich snack like; whole wheat crackers and peanut butter or cheese.

#5 Consume enough calories for your body’s needs

Consuming too few calories will slow your body’s metabolism the same way not eating frequently does.  If you want to lose extra body weight, don’t lower your calories too drastically.  Instead, slash out some of the non-essentials in your diet – food  like soda, juice, packaged goods or candy.  Processed meals are usually very high in fat and calories and low in nutrition, minerals and fiber.

Follow this tips to increase your metabolism, burn fat, and get abs fast.

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