Shine NOW! Magazine June Issue 2016 June 2016 Issue 1 Volume 1 | Page 8
5 tips to boost Your Metabolism by: Dolores Lee
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ur metabolic rate decreases naturally as we get older. We must remember to use wisdom in what we use to fuel our body. The demand of everyday life can be draining. Our food choices should help us live an abundant life. Fortunately, there are foods that naturally help us stay energized, focused and feeling ready to run the day, instead of the day run us down. However, finding those foods can be daunting with the information overload on the web, the seemingly ever-changing FDA rules, and arguments over organic vs. non-organic products. I’ve provided 5 tips to boost your metabolism and not feel overwhelmed: shinenowmag.com/Page- 08
1. Pay attention to your body, because you are what you eat. We eat what we love and sometimes it doesn't love us back. Certain foods can cause havoc on our systems after prolonged internalization. Some of us, for instance, have become desensitized to not being energized by the foods we eat. In my case, after I eat any type of processed sugar, I noticed increased irritability, feeling sluggish and a downward spiral of nodding off while trying to work. The easy solution my peers gave me was to switch to all natural cane. I've found just a touch of honey (raw-organic) works for me- usually just in my tea. I also pair foods that will add natural sweetness to avoid adding sugar. For example shaved carrots in a salad add a touch of sweetness.