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If you’re searching for ways to boost your metabolism and you already drink protein shakes and smoothies in the morning, you’re on the right path. The best thing about blending your breakfast is that it opens the doors to including an array of ingredients that are nutritious and can boost your metabolism and help you burn more fat.
Get the most out of your breakfast smoothie by adding this one thing to your protein shake for a faster metabolism.
Why Smoothies?
Our metabolisms begin to slowly decline in our thirties and forties and it can become more difficult to burn fat, lose weight, or even maintain a healthy weight. Genetics plays a big role in the speed of our metabolisms, but that isn't the complete story. The foods we eat, our exercise routines, and even lifestyle habits like getting enough sleep and de-stressing can all help increase metabolism rates.
Protein shakes — the right kind of protein shakes that aren't filled with sugar — can boost your metabolism. Add in a few healthy ingredients and you increase your metabolic rate even more. Not bad for a quickie breakfast that you can take on the road.
Choose Whey Protein Powder
Pay close attention to the ingredients in your protein powder because they can make a world of difference. Choosing a quality whey protein can actually boost your metabolism by 25 percent, according to Oprah.com, which reports:
"Not all protein shakes are created equal. Get familiar with labels, and look for low-carb and low-fat whey proteins with almost no sugar. Whey protein is the best option, as soy or milk-based proteins are inferior sources that don’t boost your energy-burning capabilities in the same way."
Nature's Bounty Complete Protein & Vitamin Shake Mix ($11.39)
Supplements and protein powders aren't generally carefully regulated by the FDA (or regulated at all). When choosing a powder, it's important to read labels and rely on reviews (this powder has more than 500 mostly positive reviews). Using a combo of both whey and pea protein powder, this option provides 15 grams of protein, probiotics, B vitamins, Omega-3s, and more. And it tastes pretty amazing, according to reviews.
Metabolism-Boosters You Can Add To Smoothies
Take the opportunity to add as many metabolism-boosting ingredients to your whey protein shake as possible. Some delicious, nutrient dense options include: blueberries (because its antioxidant benefits are amazing), almonds, chia seeds, and a few good greens like kale or spinach.
For more metabolism tips, check out 5 Vitamins You Should Be Taking For A Faster Metabolism and The One Food Doctors Swear By To Speed Up Your Metabolism on SHEFinds.com.
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