Your metabolism is the chemical engine that keeps you alive.
The speed at which it runs varies by individual. Those with slow metabolism tend to have more leftover calories, which get stored as fat.
On the other hand, those with fast metabolism burn more calories and are less likely to accumulate a lot of fat.
This article reviews why some people have fast metabolism and how you can speed up your metabolism to burn more calories.
Contributing Factors
Numerous factors affect your metabolic rate, including:
Age: The older you get, the slower your metabolic rate. This is one of the reasons that people tend to gain weight as they age.Muscle mass: The greater your muscle mass, the more calories you burn .Body size: The bigger you are, the more calories you burn.Environmental temperature: When your body is exposed to cold, it needs to burn more calories to prevent your body temperature from falling.Physical activity: All body movements require calories. The more active you are, the more calories you’ll burn. Your metabolism will speed up accordingly .
Hormone disorders: Cushing’s syndrome and hypothyroidism slow down metabolic rate and increase your risk of weight gain
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