Metabolism: 5 Facts You Need to Know

April 05, 2018 The Last Diet You'll Ever Need Do you want to develop a better relationship with food and adopt lasting, healthy habits? The Mayo Clinic Diet online offers the professional weight-loss advice and support you need to reach your goals and maintain them for a lifetime. Sign up now! "Strong social support is one of the keys to happiness and good health. Making an effort to improve relationships with people already in your life is one way to increase your social support."— Jeanne Graner Krochta, L.P. Weight Loss What exactly is metabolism? Metabolism is defined as the bodily processes needed to maintain life. But when you hear the word "metabolism" used today, it's usually in reference to weight issues. It's likely you have heard someone say, "I can't lose weight because I have a slow metabolism." While there's some truth to this, other factors — such as how much you eat and exercise — play a much bigger role in your weight than your metabolism does. Discover more truths about metabolism » Treat Yourself Healthy desserts you can try at home! Put down that chocolate bar and try this: Broil pear slices in the oven for about eight minutes (or until soft) and then top them with a spoonful of low-fat ricotta cheese. A dash of cinnamon or drizzle of honey makes this the perfect guilt-free treat. Read on to learn more about how this and other desserts fit into the Mayo Clinic Diet. Find more ways to satisfy sweet cravings » Today's Food Tip Plan meals around fresh produce Vegetables and fruits form the base of the Mayo Clinic Healthy Weight Pyramid, so it makes sense for them to provide the foundation for each meal, too. When you're planning meals, start with vegetables and fruits and look for ways to combine them with other foods. ADVERTISEMENT Mayo Clinic does not endorse companies or products. Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission. Advertising & Sponsorship: Policy | Opportunities Ads by Swoop Possible RA? Find A Prescription Treatment For Moderate or Severe RA Psoriasis Treatment Explore a Treatment Option for Moderate to Severe Plaque Psoriasis Relapsed Multiple Myeloma - Updated Treatment Option Info See the Updated Superiority Study Results in this Relapsed MM Treatment Option. Help For Adult Depression Discover A Treatment Option For Major Depressive Disorder Today. Osteoporosis Information Treatment Is Available To Help Manage Postmenopausal Osteoporosis BECOME A MEMBER! The Mayo Clinic Diet on Thursday April 05, 2018. Copyright 2018 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905. All rights reserved. | Subject to our terms of service and privacy policy