Smart (and Fun) Ways to Support Your Metabolism

This is the energy your body needs just to keep the lights on, breathing, pumping blood, keeping your organs ticking along. BMR makes up 60–75% of your total daily energy burn, and it’s influenced by things like your age, gender, muscle mass, thyroid function, and even how well you sleep.

A fancy word for heat production. It happens when you digest food (yep, eating burns calories too!), and when certain types of fat tissue (like brown fat) get to work. High-protein foods and spicy ingredients tend to have a higher thermic effect, which means your body works harder to process them.

This one’s obvious, moving your body requires energy. But it’s not just about workouts. Everything from walking to the kitchen, folding laundry, or dancing in your kitchen burns calories. These “non-exercise” movements (called NEAT, non-exercise activity thermogenesis) actually add up big time.

Bottom line: your metabolism is always working, whether you’re in a HIIT class or watching Netflix. And while some things are out of your control (thanks, genetics), there’s plenty you can do to fire it up and keep it humming.

Spoiler: a few nuut-approved daily habits are coming next …

Sure, genetics might set the scene, but your daily habits are the real stars when it comes to supporting a healthy, active metabolism.

The good news? Small changes = big wins. Let’s start with one of the easiest (and most overlooked) habits:

Water isn't just for glowing skin, it’s a major player in metabolic health. Every cell in your body needs water to function, including the cells that control how you burn energy. Without enough H2O, your metabolism slows down like a phone on 1%.

Staying hydrated supports:

• Cellular energy production

• Hormone signalling

• Nutrient delivery

• Water-induced thermogenesis (yep, that’s a thing)

In fact, a Frontiers in Nutrition study found that drinking water can increase your metabolic rate by up to 30% for an hour. Bonus: sipping cool water makes your body work harder to warm it up, burning even more energy.

nuut tip: Start your day with a big glass of water before your morning coffee. And if you’re sipping on a nuut shake? You’re already halfway there.

You already know sleep is essential for glowing skin and good vibes, but it’s also a big deal for your metabolism.

When you skimp on sleep, your body pays the price. We’re talking:

• Increased oxidative stress

• Hormonal chaos (hello, cravings and mood swings)

• Sluggish brain and slower metabolic function

Not the vibe.

The good news? Your metabolism is forgiving. These shifts aren’t permanent, and with a little TLC (and maybe a wind-down playlist), you can get things back on track.

A solid sleep routine = better blood sugar balance, steadier energy, and improved fat metabolism. Yes, dreams really do come true.

nuut tip: Cut caffeine after 2pm, dim the lights after dinner, and let your body do the rest. Bonus points if your nightcap is a warm nuut blended with plant milk for a creamy, sleep-friendly protein hit.

The truth? You can’t out-supplement a nutrient-poor diet, and your metabolism is very tuned in to what’s on your plate.

Enter: the Mediterranean-style way of eating (aka, the opposite of diet culture). It’s flexible, sustainable, and loaded with the kinds of foods your metabolism thrives on. Here’s the A-list:

AKA your steady-energy besties. Think sweet potatoes, oats, whole grains, squash, and fibre-rich veggies. These “slow carbs” help regulate blood sugar and support fat metabolism — no blood sugar rollercoaster in sight.

Protein keeps you full, fuels your muscles, and fires up your metabolism. Whether it’s fish, tofu, tempeh, legumes, or your daily nuut shake, getting enough high-quality protein is non-negotiable.

Your body needs fat, but the good kind. Focus on monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats from olive oil, nuts, seeds, avocado, and omega-3-rich fish. These fats support hormone balance and help keep your metabolism humming.

Fibre + phytonutrients = metabolic magic. Load your plate with colourful fruits and veggies for gut support, blood sugar balance, and long-term vitality. Bonus: fibre keeps you fuller, longer.

nuut tip: Add a daily nuut shake to sneak in organic plant protein, fibre, and over 1/3 of your daily vitamins and minerals in one go. Easy, fuss-free, and your metabolism will thank you.

If your metabolism had a control panel, hormoneswould be the buttons, and let’s just say, they run the show.

Hormones are your body’s chemical messengers, and they influence everything from mood to metabolism. Key players in the metabolic game include:

These are your metabolism’s main drivers, regulating energy use and even your body temp. If they’re out of whack, your metabolism may slow right down.

Your stress hormone. In small doses? Great. But chronic stress = chronically high cortisol = sluggish metabolism and increased fat storage. Not ideal.

This one helps manage blood sugar and controls how your body stores and uses energy from carbs, fats, and protein. Balance is key to keeping your metabolism running smoothly.

Want to go deeper? It’s worth chatting with a holistic or integrative health pro if you suspect any hormonal imbalances.

But there’s plenty you can do every day to support hormonal harmony:

• Reduce stress (meditation, walks, doing absolutely nothing = valid)

• Practice mindful eating — chew slowly, pause, and check in with your hunger/fullness cues

• Pay attention to your hunger hormones:

Ghrelin = “I’m hungry!”

Leptin = “I’m full!”

Listening to these signals helps regulate your metabolism and stops you from raiding the fridge out of habit.

Pro tip: A daily nuut shake can help balance blood sugar, keep you full, and keep those hunger hormones in check. It’s hormone-support disguised as a choc shake. Win.

Your metabolism’s worst enemy? Chronic stress. Yep, those never-ending to-do lists, traffic jams, and inbox overloads aren’t just messing with your mood, they’re messing with your metabolism, too.

When you’re stressed, your adrenal glands fire up and release cortisol, the “fight-or-flight” hormone. It’s designed to give you a quick jolt of energy (handy if you’re running from a bear… not so much for daily deadlines). But here's the kicker:

• Cortisol slows down other body systems (hello, sluggish digestion)

• It spikes cravings for salty, fatty, sugary comfort foods

• Over time, chronic stress = slowed metabolism and a body that feels like it’s running on low power mode

The solution? Stress less. Easier said than done, we know—but even small rituals can make a big impact:

• Swap scrolling for stretching

• Take your nuut outside for a 10-minute sunshine break

• Journal, walk, breathe, nap — whatever brings you back to baseline

Remember: your body thrives in balance. And keeping your stress in check is a key part of keeping your metabolism humming.

Need a daily ritual to calm the chaos and nourish your body?

Start with a nuut — packed with nutrients to support your mood, metabolism, and energy. Shake, sip, and stress a little less.

Want a metabolism that actually keeps up with you? Start moving, regularly.

Exercise isn’t just for fitness goals or mood boosts (although, those are great too). It plays a huge role in keeping your metabolism firing on all cylinders.

Here’s the breakdown:

• Aerobic exercise (walking, running, cycling, swimming) = steady burn

• Anaerobic exercise (weightlifting, HIIT, resistance training) = muscle-building magic

• Both = increased heart rate, more calories burned, better energy output

But here’s the real kicker: muscle burns more calories than fat, even at rest. So, the more lean muscle you build, the more energy your body uses, 24/7. That’s why strength training is your metabolism’s best friend, no matter your age.

Don’t worry if the gym isn’t your vibe. You don’t need hardcore sweat sessions to see results. Daily walks, short bodyweight circuits, dancing in your kitchen, they all count.

Consistency is key. A little movement every day is way more effective (and kind to your joints) than going all-in once a week.

Bonus: fuel your post-workout recovery with a nuut shake. With 20g+ of plant-based protein and all the vitamins you need to support energy and repair, it's basically the cool-down your body deserves.

Looking for a metabolism-boosting bevvy that isn’t just another coffee? Meet green tea, your new sippable sidekick.

Green tea is loaded with EGCG (that’s epigallocatechin gallate, but we won’t quiz you on it), a powerhouse antioxidant known to support thermogenesis — aka your body’s natural calorie-burning process.

And it gets better: EGCG teams up with the natural caffeine in green tea to help release adrenaline, which ramps up your metabolism and encourages your body to burn more fat. Not bad for a humble little leaf, right?

One clinical study even showed that a green tea extract containing 270mg EGCG + 150mg caffeine increased energy expenditure in healthy adults.

TL;DR: green tea = extra calorie burn without doing anything extra.

Pro tip: Swap your afternoon coffee crash for a green tea pick-me-up, and pair it with a chocolate nuut for a steady, balanced boost.

Because fuelling your metabolism should taste just as good as it feels.

If you’re looking to fire up your metabolism, it’s less about hacks and more about habits. The secret? A daily dose of feel-good, body-loving rituals that support your system from all angles.

Prioritise quality sleep, move your body, hydrate like you mean it, and fuel up with nutrient-dense meals (hint: nuut helps with that). Keep your hormones happy, manage your stress like a pro, and your metabolism will thank you, now and later.

Remember: your metabolic health isn’t just about how fast you burn calories — it’s the engine behind your energy, mood, digestion, and long-term wellness.

And when life gets busy, we’ve got your back. One daily nuut = plant-based protein + 1/3 of your daily vits and mins. No thinking required. Just shake, sip, thrive.

Let’s go full throttle on that glow-up, from the inside out.