Does coffee boost your metabolism?

A sugar-filled, flavored coffee can up calorie count and might actually slow down metabolism (thanks to the sugar)— seems a bit counterproductive. To keep the caffeine boost without the calories, try flavoring black coffee with cinnamon (it’s the cool thing to do, we promise). read more

Even though caffeine can boost your metabolism in the short term, this effect is diminished in long-term coffee drinkers due to tolerance. If you're primarily interested in coffee for the sake of fat loss, it may be best to cycle your coffee drinking habits to prevent a buildup of tolerance. Perhaps cycles of two weeks on, two weeks off is best. read more

Your body burns many more calories digesting protein than it does eating fat or carbohydrates. As part of a balanced diet, replacing some carbs with lean, protein-rich foods can boost metabolism at mealtime. Good sources of protein include lean beef, turkey, fish, white meat chicken, tofu, nuts, beans, eggs, and low-fat dairy products. read more