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Try these tips to boost your metabolism after 40

Written by Editorial Team | Published : March 5, 2019 6:44 PM IST

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Metabolism

When you reach the age of 40, it becomes difficult for you to lose weight and this happens because with age, your metabolism slows down. According to various studies, your metabolism reduces by around 5 per cent every ten years once you hit 40. It is an age where your body’s calorie burning abilities decline and your favourite snacks suddenly start to stick on your waistline. However, researches have shown that you can boost your metabolism and bid adieu to those extra kilos. Here, we share with you few tips which you can try to enhance your metabolism after 40 and lose weight.

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Calories

Consume 1,000 calories in a day: If your total calorie intake is less than 1,000 per day, your metabolism may go slow as it will try to save energy. You should eat small meals throughout the day to keep your metabolism running.

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Green-tea

Green tea: It contains epigallocatechin which stimulates your metabolism and accelerate the weight loss process.