Stoking Your Metabolism : The Order of Action

Last week, during the visit with my friend Dr. Tom, at his Nutrition Treatment Center, metabolism was a hot tpic. I have to admit - I gained a renewed interest and even deeper perspective on both the importance or sustaining this “engine of life”  and on the numerous roadblocks people have.

In so many ways metabolism had been back of mind for me – I’d so long understood the “essential-eight” keys to a strong metabolism. I’d also tired of it’s connection with nearly every diet out there – and not being a fan of diets, I avoid sounding like a diet-guru at all costs. And I know that the minute you use the “M” word people hear “diet.”

What woke me up in watching Tom work with his clients is the realization that “one bad egg can spoil the whole bunch.” What I mean by that is; while Tom is urgent in seeing that his clients attend to the fundamentals of proper exercise, nutrition, water…he also understands that there are a number of underlying conditions that, if not addressed, will undermine even the most disciplined efforts.

Below is a list of the Essential-eight keys to a strong metabolism, in order of importance – generally. Why, “generally?” For two reasons :

1. There are no absolutes in this world – when it comes to the human body.
2. Because of what I was reminded of by Tom – that if one is suffering from a deficiency of an essential nutrients (be that of vitamin or macro nutrient like protein) all rules are out.

Furthermore, if that deficiency (or other chronic condition often called “life”) has impacted thyroid and thus various hormonal functions, all else is secondary. Correcting this now limiting component is of the utmost importance – it now becomes the #1 key.

I’ve invited Dr. Tom to join me on my upcoming teleconference on Super-Charging Your Metabolic Engine coming up in a few weeks. To join in the free teleconference and receive my free 44 page special report, “The 8 Keys to Super Charging Your Metabolism” click here.

The 8 Key Factors for a Strong Metabolism
(Order Of Greatest Impact To Least)

1. Muscle tissue : the more lean muscle tissue your body has the more calories will be expended regardless of activity (or not).
2. Meal frequency : the longer you go between meals the more your metabolism slows down to conserve energy.
3. Activity level : important but doesn't make any difference if you don't match your eating to your expenditure.
4. Food choices : Balanced, Energy Stabilizing Eating / Food. No extreme diets…   low-fat diets tend to result in poor hormone production which leads to a slower metabolism.  Also, stable blood sugar is an ideal environment for increasing metabolic rate.
5. Hydration : Over 70% of bodily functions take place in water - not enough water causes all your systems to slow down and unnecessary stress.
6. Genetics : Some people are simply born with stronger, more adaptive metabolisms than others… yet this is not the free pass nor death sentence that many assume it to be. You can effect your metabolism greatly!
7. Hormone production and function : The thyroid can make or break a metabolism — but low thyroid is as often missed as it is mis-diagnosed. I look forward to Dr. Tom sharing his vast knowledge and experience on the thyroid and it’s cascading impact on your hormones.
8. Stress : Stress also can slow metabolism by placing extra stress and strain on numerous systems. Plus, many people tend to overeat when "stressed out."

If you'd like to learn more about how to stoke your metabolism, register to join me on my free teleseminar and receive my free special report: “The 8 Keys to Super Charging Your Metabolism” by clicking here.

Comments

[Jonathan Walz]

Hi Shawn,

I missed the boat on this seminar (I just found out about it). I subscribe to your Life @ Full Strength blog, but I didn't know about this one. Did you record the seminar? Is it still possible to get the report?

Thanks,
Jonathan

P.S. How will you let people know when your new book comes out?

[Shawn Phillips]

Hi Jonathon,

You've not missed the teleseminar!

I'm sorry about the confusion but the announcments were all wrong. I just noticed that -- my fault.

The seminar on metabolism factors has not taken place yet... expect the date to be locked in soon. It will be in the next few weeks.

Thank you for registering! I can't wait to share it with you as it looks to be great event.

In Strength,
Shawn

[Kevin]

Hi Shawn,

What is your brother Bill doing nowadays?

- Kevin