Doctors expose 5 myths about metabolism: Is there better metabolic health among lean people?

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Published on: September 18, 2025 07:17 AM IST

Dr. Rohit Sharma rejected several myths about metabolic health and shared facts. What should you know here?

For overall weight management and health, metabolism is either appreciated or guilty. But metabolic health is often misunderstood, etiquette myths and misunderstandings shroud it. In an interview with HT lifestyle, Dr. Rohit Sharma, Advisor, Internal Medicine, Apollo Spectra Hospital, Jaipur said, “Between fad diet, fitness hack and social media advice, myths about metabolism often supervise science.” The doctor busted several myths. Also read 10 foods to increase metabolic and accelerate weight loss

Myth about metabolism. (Shutterstock)
Myth about metabolism. (Shutterstock)

Myth 1: Thin people automatically have rapid metabolism

fact: The body size and muscle mass affects the metabolic rate more than weight alone. Large bodies burn more calories as they require more energy to work

Myth 2: Eating small, frequent food causes metabolism

fact: Eating snacks throughout the day can reduce appetite while research shows that it does not promote metabolism. Finally what matters the quality of food and overall calorie balance.

Metabolism myth vs. facts. (Freepic)
Metabolism myth vs. facts. (Freepic)

Myth 3: Some foods or drink supercharged metabolism

fact: Green tea, coffee and spicy foods can cause a temporary calorie burns, but the effect is minimal. No food can change the metabolic rate dramatically. Long -term habits such as balanced nutrition and regular activity matters the most. Also read Fitness coach shared 6 tips to avoid inflammation, support rapid metabolism: ‘Eat small portions throughout the day’

Myth 4: Metabolism slows down with age

fact: While most of the decrease in natural decline comes from muscle mass and low activity level loss. Strength training and being active can help preserve metabolic health well in later years.

Myth 5: Sleep and stress do not affect metabolism

fact: Both play an important role. Poor sleep disrupts hormones that regulate appetite and fat storage, while chronic stress increases cortisol levels, making it difficult to maintain a healthy metabolism.

What actually does it work?

“The key to supporting metabolism is frequent exercise such as strength training, protein and fiber -rich -rich food, good sleep hygiene, and stress management. It is also important to avoid hydration and extreme accident diet, as restrictive food can really slow down the metabolism over time,” the doctor said. Also read Nutritionist shared 10 simple fat-tips suggestions to help lose up to 10 kg in 3 months: ‘Drink water before meals’

Note the readers: This article is only for informative purposes and is not an option for professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor with any question about a medical condition.

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