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If you find that your metabolism seems a bit slower than usual, your problem might be with the way you eat breakfast. The first meal of the day is usually the most important meal of the day, because it sets the tone for your digestion and energy levels throughout the day. If you want to boost your metabolism, the answer may simply be to change some of your breakfast habits. Here’s what you should be doing with your mornings:
Eat Protein
Protein is excellent for the metabolism because it supports energy levels and strengthens muscle tissue. Eating foods high in protein with your breakfast can help you digest more quickly throughout the day. Add eggs, yogurt or peanut butter to your breakfast for more protein.
Eat Fiber
Fiber is also important to eat in the morning because it can fight against fat and aid in digestion. Eating foods like fruit and berries with your breakfast is a great way to get more fiber. You can also add chia seeds to your meal for more fiber.
Add Lemon To Green Tea
Lemon can help with weight loss because they promote a feeling of fullness to reduce appetite. Drinking green tea with lemon is even better for you, because green tea has been known to support weight loss and speed up the metabolism.
Forget The Carbs
One thing that you should not be eating with your breakfast is carbs. They can slow down your metabolism throughout the day - particularly if the carbs you’re eating are sugar.
Sleep In
It might not have much to do with breakfast, but sleeping is related to your morning routine. The more sleep you get, the more energized you’ll feel during the day - and the less you’ll feel the urge to eat extra snacks or calories. It’s okay to let yourself sleep in a little bit to help boost your metabolism.
