Let's take a look at my List of the BEST Ways to boost your Metabolism quickly!

1. Drink lots of water everyday.

I'm not saying it is required to drink a certain amount of water everyday, like the typical 8 glasses you hear about. However you must drink water whenever you are thirsty (and don't wait until you're mouth is dry). Just drink until you're not thirsty anymore. Everyone is different so just adjust your intake accordingly.

Here is the benefit. The water not only helps to cleanse your system and regenerate your cells but can also help you to retain less water. Sounds ironic, huh? This is because when your body isn't receiving enough water, it holds onto what it does have for survival. However when it's getting a good amount of water, it releases the retained water because it no longer has a need for it. Strange how that works, isn't it?

2. DON'T skip your breakfast meal! I repeat DON'T SKIP YOUR BREAKFAST MEAL!

When you eat a healthy breakfast you actually give your metabolism a jump-start by waking it up from "starvation mode". While you are sleeping, your body's rate of metabolism slows down considerably because you don't require that much energy while you are resting. (Does it make sense now why they say do not eat big meals before going to bed?) Your body spends the entire night doing everything else except digestion so it's your job to refuel your rested body as soon as you wake up. Practice this technique and you will be sure to raise your metabolism quickly!

It's equally important to also eat the right foods, especially fro your first meal of the day. Despite what some people say, eggs can be part of a healthy breakfast. You can cook up your favorite an omelet with some good veggies, a small amount of cheese or possibly some ham or sausage. The protein from the eggs will keep you full and energized throughout the morning. This reduces your tendency to snack on junk foods. You can also have some freshly squeezed orange juice and you'll be ready to take on any challenges that come your way! If you filled yourself with sugar coated cereals or pastries, you will most likely feel sluggish and hungry all morning.

3. Eat Smaller Meals About 5-6 Times per Day

Your stomach takes roughly 3 hours to completely digest the meal you just consumed so your goal should be to eat a small healthy meal (or snack) every 3 hours or so. Ideally this should be done BEFORE you get start to get hungry again. This way, your body stay be more nourished and you will not experience those strong hunger urges.

This also applies to drinking water. If you're depriving yourself of food and water your body will naturally hang onto all it can in order to maintain survival. If you continue to give it the required nutrients and the right foods, you can turn your body into a fat burning machine and quickly raise your metabolism!

These "right" foods consist of "negative calorie foods" like fruits and vegetables. A great snack that would satisfy a sweet and salty craving would be celery sticks topped with chunky peanut butter and dried cranberries. Even a fruit smoothie would quench your thirst on a hot day, give you fuel, AND boost your metabolism fast!