Question 1

can there be a way to slow down your metabolism?

Accepted Answer

Check why: If you have an abnormally high metabolism you should check with your physician about hyperthyroidism, since it is a treatable cause of hyper metabolism.

Question 2

is it true elcohal is slow down our metabolism and causes for gain weight?

Accepted Answer

See below: I'm not sure that alcohol will slow down your metabolism but it does affect the liver negatively which will affect your overall health and thereby, your metabolism.  However, alcohol (especially beer - ales and lagers) will cause you to gain weight if proper diet and exercise as well as moderation is not adhered to.

Question 3

will my metabolism ever slow down? at what age does this generally happen?

Accepted Answer

Yes it will : Yes it will.  Hormones are released into the bloodstream and exert biochemical effects on receptor sites to regulate our body’s temperature, metabolism, reproduction, growth, aging and immune functions. Unfortunately, as the body ages, the levels of hormones diminish, slowing down functions such as metabolism. Age varies for each individual depending on overall health and exercise.

Question 4

what can i do to slow down my metabolism? it is too fast and i can't gain any weight?

Accepted Answer

Depends: If weight is normal and you can't gain weight it may be less of a problem than if your are underweight and malnourished.  Starting with your doctor to rule out metabolic causes such as hyperthyroidism is very important, then based on results consuting a licensed nutritionist may help.

Question 5

i'm trying to gain weight but my metabolism is very how how can i get it to slow down.

Accepted Answer

Weight gain: It all depends on why you want to gain weight. One easy test that can show a fast metabolism is a TSH. A very low TSH may mean your thyroid is hyperactive. The cause of this requires further blood tests.

Question 6

will quiting smoking slow down my metabolism?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Quit smoking. The benefits of quitting way outlay any crazy reason to keep smoking.

Question 7

can gilbert's disease slow down metabolism of meds?

Accepted Answer

No.: Gilbert's "disease" is a genetic anomaly in which there is a reduced ability to clear bilirubin from the body.  This occasionally produces a visible excess of bilirubin in the body during times of increased bilirubin production.  This does not affect the clearance of medications.

Question 8

dose exercise speed up or slow down your metabolism?

Accepted Answer

Excited to Exercise: Your metabolism is most definitely increased with exercise and remains elevated for hours afterwards.  This is why there is such a benefit from regular activity.  It keeps your metabolism tuned so you burn energy efficiently.  When we don't exercise regularly our metabolism will slow down, further sapping our energy levels.  As a result weight gain is inevitable as is muscle loss and weakness.

Question 9

what can i buy over-the-counter to slow down my metabolism?

Accepted Answer

OTC Metabolism Slow: There is currently no over the counter medication, or prescription medication, for that matter that will slow down metabolism

Question 10

since vyvanse increases your metabolism, does that mean if i stop taking it my metabolism will slow down?

Accepted Answer

: Vyvanse does not increase metabolism but its possible metabolic side effects are appetite loss and decreased weight. So if you have these side effects with Vyvanse then you may regain your appetite and the lost weight when you stop this medication. Take care.

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