Feeling sluggish? These 5 everyday dishes will boost your metabolism

Dragging yourself through the day like a half-charged phone? We’ve all been there. When your energy’s low and your body feels like it's in slow-mo, your metabolism could be the one begging for a little love. 

The good news? You don’t need fancy powders or crash diets — just some smart meals that do the heavy lifting for you. Here are five everyday dishes that can help wake up your metabolism and keep you feeling lit from within.

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Vegetable Omelet with a side of whole grain toast

A veggie omelet served along with whole grain toast is a wholesome high protein, and protein-rich breakfast to get you going in the morning and rev your metabolism early in the day. The egg will provide you with the high-quality protein, and B vitamins you need to utilize energy and burn fat. Then, add all the goodness of spinach, tomatoes, and a bell pepper for extra fiber and antioxidants. Make certain you have whole grain toast to eat along with this egg powerhouse to stabilize your blood sugar. 

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Spicy Chicken Stir-Fry  

When it comes to revving up your metabolism, spice is your best friend! Making a chicken stir-fry with lots of colorful vegetables, cooked in a little olive oil, and however many chili flakes or tablespoons of sriracha that you'd like, is your key to providing your body with capsaicin: the chemical found in spicy foods that burns more calories. Plus, you get a daily serving of vegetables, providing fiber to keep you full but also on task! 

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Greek Yogurt Parfait 

Snack time? Instead of chips, try a Greek yogurt parfait. Greek yogurt is high in protein, and is more complex for your body to break down (which means it burns calories). Berries are full of antioxidants and nuts will provide healthy fats and crunch. It is gut-friendly and it will give your metabolism a kick.

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Green Tea Smoothie

Instead of iced coffee, make a green tea smoothie. Blend brewed green tea (cooled) with spinach, a banana, Greek yogurt, and ice. You'll get the caffeine and catechins (the combo that promotes fat oxidation) without the coffee crash. 

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Overnight Oats 

This simple breakfast is a metabolism star. Oatmeal is high in slow digesting carbs and fiber, and chia seeds contain omega-3s and protein. Don't forget the cinnamon—it may help regulate blood sugar levels and increase the amount of body fat you burn.

Fuel smart, eat well, and give your metabolism the glow-up it deserves — one delicious dish at a time.