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5 METABOLISM-BOOSTING FOODS

Metabolism is the process of turning calories from the foods you eat into useable energy for all the chemical reactions that take place in your body. You depend on your metabolism for vital bodily functions like breathing, digesting foods, regulating your body temperature and circulating blood around the body.

A lot of people associate the benefits of having a fast or strong metabolism with being slim. While a strong metabolism is important for maintaining a healthy weight, it is needed for so much more. You need a strong metabolism for a healthy immune system to support brain function and mood, for optimal energy levels, to improve fertility and to promote longevity. Boosting your

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