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Written by Navneet Kaur, M.Sc. Nutrition & Dietetics
Diet
Shed fat faster with these easy, science-backed habits.
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Drinking water immediately after waking up helps kickstart your metabolism, flush out toxins, and rehydrate your cells. It’s the simplest fat-burning habit you can adopt.
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Step outside for 10–15 minutes of morning sunlight. It helps regulate your circadian rhythm, boosts vitamin D levels, and improves hormone balance, which is essential for optimal fat metabolism.
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A light walk before breakfast helps your body tap into its fat stores for energy. Over time, this habit supports better insulin sensitivity and fat loss.
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Both beverages are rich in antioxidants and contain natural stimulants that boost metabolic rate and fat oxidation, especially effective when consumed before a workout.
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Replace your sugary cereal with eggs, Greek yogurt, or a whey protein smoothie. High-protein breakfasts reduce appetite and support lean muscle mass.
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Cold exposure activates brown fat, your body’s natural fat-burning tissue. A short cold shower can increase alertness and metabolic rate.
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Take 5 minutes to practice box breathing or diaphragmatic breathing. It lowers cortisol, a stress hormone linked to belly fat retention.
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High-intensity interval training in the morning elevates your heart rate, builds endurance, and triggers EPOC (afterburn effect), keeping fat burning high post-workout.
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Results come from consistency. Don’t try to do it all at once; start with 1 or 2 habits and build gradually over weeks.
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