Poor lifestyle habits, too much sugar combined with little exercise: there are many aspects that negatively affect metabolism and manifest as overweight. For many people, this is no longer an aesthetic flaw, but already a health problem. Overweight often goes hand in hand with health burdens such as high blood pressure or metabolic disorders. This is then referred to as "Metabolic Syndrome".
What many people don't know: Eating is important for losing weight!
For healthy weight loss, it is important to eat a balanced diet and get plenty of exercise. If you "starve" yourself, it will have a detrimental effect on your metabolism. The body then looks for internal energy sources when nothing is supplied from outside. For this, it first uses the muscles, as these cells are the easiest to utilise.
If we lose one kilogram of muscle mass, our basal metabolic rate is reduced by up to 100 calories per day. The basal metabolic rate indicates the amount of energy a person needs at rest per day. This energy maintains vital bodily functions such as breathing and heartbeat. Therefore, skipping meals is not a good idea. The best approach would be a protein- and fiber-rich diet, as well as avoiding carbohydrates, to keep the metabolism going.
Why carbohydrates are bad for weight loss?
When we eat carbohydrates, our blood sugar level rises. The pancreas produces the hormone insulin, releases it into the blood, and helps transport blood sugar into the cells. If we consume too many carbohydrates, the body stops burning fat when producing insulin. The excess sugar is transported to the liver and muscles. Once the storage capacity there is reached, the body converts the excess sugar into fat and stores it in fatty tissue. This means that the release of insulin should always be the exception and not happen constantly.
The right amount of fluid intake is also important for losing weight. A sensible recommendation is 35 ml of pure water per kilogram of body weight. Still and low-mineral water is best for this.
Boost your metabolism: Skip a meal!
An effective method to boost metabolism and lose weight is called "intermittent fasting". With the 16:8 method, you abstain from food for 16 hours. This puts the metabolism into a short fast every night. It is also important for the metabolism to pay attention to a balanced ratio of the 47 essential vital substances. With these comprehensive measures, you can already effectively combat "Metabolic Syndrome" and support your metabolism.