Atlanta, GA
A 23-year-old female asked:
Im trying to lose weight im the stomach area and on my arm. how can i speed up my metabolism?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

Dr. Eleanor Hostanswered
31 years experience
Exercise!: The only way to really lose weight is to eat less and exercise more. Aerobic exercise-like biking, walking, swimming will help you burn fat, especially once you can workout for 20 minutes or more. It can also help bump up your metabolism if you eat within about an hour of when you wake up. Really try not to eat man made food, and stick with natural, whole foods which have more nutrients and fiber.
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Last updated Jun 27, 2013
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