i am worrying about being fat when im older or even now for that matter i am probably average for my age but i sit at the computer and use it for nearly the whole day and do get up and do situps, pressups, and very fast jogging on the spot but only some days depending on how i feel, i eat cornflakes for cereal in the morning to speed up my metabolism and i hardly ever snack and i have my lunch and dinner and the right amount of everything. Its holidays at the moment thats why im not doing much excercise but i do quite a lot in school. I know for a fact that i dont drink enough water but i do have 2 full glasses of water every now and then. Whats the chance of me being fat?
2007-09-01 05:37:58 · 8 answers · asked by emiimariie 1 in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
Metabolism is essentially the speed at which our body's motor is
running. The speed at which our body burns calories is called the metabolic
rate. It's how fast your "motor" is running when you're still in a
reclined position or sleeping. About 60-75% of energy is expended by the
body at rest in such activities.
The metabolism is based on the number of calories we burn throughout
the day. Our body constantly burns calories to keep us going whether we
are eating, sleeping, cleaning etc. People with a lower percentage of
body fat (i.e. muscular) have a higher metabolism than others that are
less muscular because muscle uses more calories to maintain itself than
fat. Some people have a slower metabolic rate and have a harder time
staying slim. Younger persons have higher (faster) metabolism because of
the increased activity of cells. A slow metabolism actually causes to
store fat. The slower the metabolic rate, the greater the weight gains.
How to build muscles to improve metabolism? What type of exercise is
ideal that speed up metabolism so that you burn calories even at rest or
sleep? There are simple exercises that speed up the metabolism.
Causes for Low Metabolism
* Fasting
* A low calorie diet
* Snacking throughout the day on high sugared foods (candy, colas,
cakes, gum).
* Eating or drinking too much sugar containing foods.
* Lack of physical activity.
* Underactive thyroid.
Metabolism Boosters
There are some natural metabolism boosters (natural foods) that
improves your metabolism. Do not take over the counter pills containing animal
thyroid extract that claim to boost up metabolism. These products may
have side effects as diarrhea, increased heart rate, excessive
sweating, nervousness, tremors, bulging eyes, etc.
How to Improve (Speed up) Metabolism
* Do not skip any meals
* Exercise daily
* Build your muscles
* Avoid alcohol, sugar, and fastings
*Drink 8-10 glasses of water daily.
*Eat foods with high nutrition values
2007-09-02 09:04:00 · answer #1 · answered by Oli-NYC 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well u dont sound like u will gain weight but u might gain a few pounds(in the future though) as u get older ur metabolism will slow down and u will have 2 exercise more but right now it is faster and u are fine. i dont think u are gonna be fat at all but for breakfast, u can have cornflakes but i think cheerios are a better cereal but have it with a piece of fruit or something. granola and yogurt also speed up ur metabolism too.
2007-09-01 12:53:35 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you exercise a bit more, I doubt it. You seem aware. But seriously try for the eight glasses of water a day--helps your skin, metabolism, organs, and a lot of other things I can't think of right now.
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2007-09-01 16:20:22 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah you'll get over-weight when you're older.
Your metabolism slows down as you get older, so eat right, and excercise now.
2007-09-01 12:43:22 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
get off the computer, off yer butt and go do something outside that will burn off calories and fat..... walk, bike, hike, play softball, soccer, swim... SOMETHING.... or yes, you'll get that 'spread' that tells all that you never get off yer behind .....
2007-09-01 12:54:09 · answer #6 · answered by meanolmaw 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i hope so.
2007-09-01 12:45:12 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
IDK LOL i am R.O.T.F.L
2007-09-01 12:45:17 · answer #8 · answered by gears man 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋