If you are struggling to lose weight and wondering how to increase metabolism in without extreme dieting or exercise, you have come to the right place! Unlock the secret to effortlessly boosting your metabolism in just 7 days with this simple, busy-mama-friendly guide! Say goodbye to crash diets and hello to a transformative approach that allows you to shed weight while enjoying your favorite foods. Get ready for a journey that’s as easy as it is effective.
You could lose a ton of weight without going on a crazy diet or starving yourself (which is the WORST way to boost your metabolism, by the way!).
And yes, you can still have carbohydrates!
So what is this mysterious, metabolism boosting, weight loss promoting miracle trick? Are you ready for it?
The Power Of Meal Gaps
There is a straightforward yet game-changing method to revitalize your metabolism – the art of saying ‘no’ to snacks between meals. This simple tweak can be your ticket to efficient digestion and sustained weight loss.
Eating in between meals is the biggest way to stall weight loss and prevent your metabolism from burning the meal you just ate. If you are constantly feeding your body, then you are constantly spiking your blood sugar, the worst thing for your metabolism and for weight loss.
Since breakfast, lunch and dinner are your main meals, you need to leave sufficient time between each one to make sure every morsel has had a chance to be used as energy. So what is that optimal meal spacing?
Optimal Meal Spacing
The recommended time intervals between meals according to Trim Healthy Mama, a metabolism-centric diet, are at least 3-4 hours between each meal, 4 hours maximum if you have had a particularly heavy meal. Having 3-4 hours fasting between each meal can unleash the full potential of your metabolism, setting the stage for noticeable results.
Here’s a good rule of thumb: You should actually be beginning to feel twinges of hunger before your next meal.
Personal Transformation
I only adopted this approach to eating about 2 years ago, when I read the Trim Healthy Mama book for the first time after my first pregnancy. Since then, I have experienced a positive shift in metabolism and weight loss. Disciplined meal spacing led to reduced bloating and increased energy levels, while still eating the same quantity of food.
Since I started doing this, I noticed a big shift in how my body metabolised my meals. I wasn’t eating any less, but what I did eat, didn’t sit heavily. In fact, to ensure I could last 3 hours, I made myself large meals, so it was amazing that my feelings of bloat and sluggishness disappeared.
I also lost weight. Because I wasn’t constantly grazing, and there was a beginning and an end to eating time, my body completely used up what I did feed it. There was no chance for anything to be stored, because it was completely used up. Therefore, my body was ready to consume the next meal by the time I got to it, and the benefits of that meal could be completely realised.
It was such a sustainable and effective approach to weight loss and maintenance.
10 Practical Tips to Boost Your Metabolism Successfully
Do you struggle with grazing in-between meals, like I did, and still do sometimes? Do you find that you are constantly thinking about the next meal? That you mindlessly open the refrigerator?
Do you know that grazing is just a habit, a learned behaviour?
Which you can unlearn if you put your mind to it.
I had to discipline myself not to eat between breakfast, lunch and dinner. It was really hard at first, but I persevered, and now it is just a habit. I made sure that I fed myself enough at each meal to last 3 hours, and if cravings hit, then I would try one (if not all) of these tricks.
I just want to say: if you are ACTUALLY hungry, then your need for a snack may be an indication that you actually need to eat more at your main meal.
However, if you are not hungry, here are a few practical tips to keep your nose out of the fridge!
1. Have a hot drink
Having a Hot Drink, preferably Herbal tea, is a great way to distract yourself from grazing food. Sometimes it is just hand-to-mouth gratification that you need, and a hot drink does the trick. Make sure it is a low calorie drink, such as a herbal tea, otherwise you will not get the metabolism-boost!
2. Drink water
Your craving cues may actually be your body telling you that you need water. Fill your drink bottle, and drink as much of it as you can. Not only will you hydrate your body, but you will be keeping your hands from the nut-bowl, and impeding that metabolism boost!
3. Go for a walk
Fresh air and exercise is a great metabolism booster, in and of itself (not just as a distraction tactic). Get outside the house, away from the pantry, and away from the fridge. The fresh air will invigorate your cells and you may find that it energises you more than that snack you were craving.
4. Do a 10-minute workout
Doing a workout is the best distraction trick to get your mind thinking about something other than food. This is same idea as going for a walk: a small bit of exercise rejuvenates your cells and fills you with endorphins, so you may forget about the fact you were craving something. Plus, it kills time, meaning you get that metabolism boost from waiting 3 hours till your next meal!
5. Clean a cupboard
Cleaning a cupboard, or something else that needs doing, is a great metabolism-boosting tactic! Doing something productive, that requires you to invest your thoughts, will distract you from that chocolate on the top shelf. Cleaning is time-consuming and wholly absorbing, plus it may lead to other tasks that need doing. More distraction, more productivity, and more time-killing till that next meal!
Plus, doing all these active things means your body uses more energy than at rest, which is another win for the metabolism!
6. Make something
Making something is another absorbing activity you can do with your hands to distract you from eating. DO NOT MAKE FOOD – unless you aren’t a bowl-licker! Keep your hands busy by taking up a sewing project, gardening, pottery, or artwork. Not only do you boost your metabolism by keeping busy till the next meal, but you also have something to show for your busy hands!
7. Watch an informative YouTube video, and take notes
Watching an informative video is such an improver, and if you write notes, this keeps you from being distracted from the distracting tool!
Keep your hands busy by taking notes, and keep your mind busy by watching something interesting and informative.
8. Draw a picture
Drawing a Picture or Inspiring Quote Artwork is another way to distract you till the next meal. It keeps your hands and mind engaged. Sometimes being artistic satisfies you so deeply, you become so absorbed and forget completely about eating.
9. Play with your kids
Family Time is more than just a distraction tool, but sometimes you need an incentive to get out and play! Get outside and play soccer, frisbee, cricket with your children. It’ll burn off their energy (and that last meal you ate) and you’ll get bond with them at the same time!
10. Set the timer for 3 hours.
Knowing that the non-eating time is limited and that you can have a meal at the end of it, may help you to abstain from snacking. Set a 3-hour timer and discipline yourself not to eat anything until it has gone off!
Conclusion:
Congratulations on embarking on this 7-day journey to boost your metabolism the simple way, especially if you’re a busy mama craving effective and manageable solutions! As we wrap up, remember that transforming your habits is a journey, not a destination.
By saying ‘no’ to snacking between meals, you’ve taken a powerful step toward optimizing your metabolism and achieving your health goals. Embrace the positivity that comes with disciplined meal spacing, and let the newfound energy and vitality be your guiding lights.
The ten practical tips provided are not just tricks; they are your secret weapons in the battle against mindless snacking. From sipping herbal teas to immersing yourself in engaging activities, each strategy is a friendly reminder that you have the power to make health-conscious choices.
So, whether you’re drawing inspiration from informative YouTube videos, setting a timer for your next meal, or enjoying quality playtime with your kids, relish the moments that make this journey uniquely yours.
Remember, it’s not about perfection but progress. Celebrate the small victories, and let each passing day be a testament to your commitment to a healthier, more energized you. Here’s to your well-deserved success on this metabolism-boosting adventure!
These are my ten practical tips to not graze between meals and to fight boredom eating. Is there anything you would add to this list?
