Wondering why the pounds keep piling on? You might experience a slow metabolism.
Metabolism is the process by which your body burns stored fuel (including fats) to use as energy. As your body burns more fuel, trim down. So if you’ve been busy at the gym and eating right but don’t seem to be seeing any results, you might want to check if you have a slow metabolism.
A thyroid problem. Hypo- and hyperthyroidism can cause you to lose or gain weight even if you don’t try. People who suffer from thyroid problems can also suffer from dry skin.
Unexplained weight gain and trouble losing weight. The most common sign of a slow metabolism. Even if you eat healthily and exercise or exercise regularly, you still pack on the pounds. And the most annoying thing is that you have trouble turning it off. While age can play a role when it comes to keeping the pound off and struggling to lose weight, it doesn’t happen right away.
You always feel tired. Slower burning of energy means your bodily functions also slow down, leaving you feeling tired and sluggish.
sadness and depression. Mood changes as your bodily functions slow down. Sadness and depression can sink in.
You’re cold all the time. Blood flow can also slow down, along with reduced energy burning and supply, making you feel colder than usual.
However, do not lose hope. While metabolism declines with age, there are ways to boost it again.
- Visit your doctor. If you suspect thyroid disease, early diagnosis can help counteract the effects and reduce damage. A check-up will also show any possible ongoing illnesses, either as a thyroid condition, that you need to correct.
- Diversify your training. Routine can make you bland, and so can your workout. You may not experience results because your body needs a better challenge. Change your training sets and routine every four weeks. It may be a different exercise or workout, but targets the same muscle groups. If you have a little more time, you can do cross training. This offers your body a different kind of challenge while still giving it ample time to recover.
- Stay healthy but try other foods. If you eat healthy, then stick with it. However, try other healthy foods to add variety to your diet. Literally add spices to your dishes. Spicy foods help boost your metabolism.
- get enough sleep Not only do your reflexes and brain slow down when it doesn’t get enough rest, but so does your digestive system. Therefore, your metabolic rate drops and instead of burning fat, your body can’t handle storing it. Get seven to eight hours of regular sleep each night. If you have the opportunity, don’t skimp on naps, either. However, do not sleep too long. Some people who sleep 10 hours or more tend to become sluggish.
Thanks to Baburaj Devi
