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Metabolism
This exclusive guide by Dr. David Garner, Ph.D., author of the EAT-26 test, explains why metabolism matters for maintaining a healthy weight and how meal planning supports your journey. You'll learn the connection between meal planning and metabolic rate, and practical steps to enhance your metabolism.
Let’s jump in👇
🧬what is metabolism?
Metabolism is how your body converts food into energy. This energy powers everything from moving and thinking to growing and repairing.
Your meal planning approach has a significant impact on your metabolic rate. Therefore, if you aim to boost your metabolism, adopting a structured meal plan is the most effective strategy.
🍽 why meal planning is important
Planning your meals can make a big difference in your journey to a healthier relationship with food. Here’s why:
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consistent eating schedule
Regular meals help maintain a steady metabolic rate, ensuring your body gets the energy it needs throughout the day.
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prevents overeating
By planning your meals, you reduce the risk of overeating, which can help you stay on track and avoid the cycle of feeling too full or too hungry.
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improves control
A structured meal plan can provide you with a sense of control over your food intake, making it easier to stick to healthy habits.
🧠 tips for effective meal planning:
Meal planning might sound a bit intimidating, but you can master it by following these simple tips:
Three Balanced Meals a Day: Aim for a balanced breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with one or two snacks in between. This helps prevent extreme hunger and keeps your energy levels stable.
Mix It Up: Include a variety of foods in your diet to ensure you get all the essential nutrients your body needs.
Never Skip Meals: Skipping meals, especially breakfast, can slow down your metabolism by up to 15%, making it harder to maintain a healthy weight.
🌱 benefits of meal planning
⚖ Stable Weight
Regular meals can help you avoid the cycle of weight loss and rebound weight gain, promoting long-term health.
🔄 Better Metabolism
Spreading your calorie intake throughout the day optimizes your metabolic rate, allowing you to eat more while maintaining a healthy weight.
💪 overcoming psychological triggers
Psychological factors like guilt, anxiety, and anger can disrupt eating habits, making it tough to maintain a balanced diet. A structured meal plan mitigates these triggers by providing a reliable framework, reducing stress and decision-making around food. This approach brings predictability and control, helping normalize your body's hunger and satiety signals.
A structured meal plan mitigates these triggers by providing a reliable framework, reducing stress and decision-making around food.
👩🔬 Act Like a Scientist: Set Up a Structured Eating Experiment 👩🔬
Dr. David Garner suggests taking it as an experiment: try structured eating to see how your body responds to regular, planned meals. It’s not a permanent commitment but a step towards gaining better control and discovering healthier eating habits. Start by planning your meals for a week, paying attention to how you feel and adjusting as needed. This approach can help you better understand your body's needs and create a more balanced, sustainable eating pattern.
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