# How to Boost Metabolism with Food

*Book 3 of the Healing Metabolism Series*

## Are Your Food Choices Slowing Your Metabolism?

Many people unknowingly eat foods that suppress thyroid function and slow their metabolism.

For decades, conventional nutrition advice has promoted polyunsaturated seed oils, low salt intake, excessive water consumption, complex carbohydrates, and plant-based protein sources such as soy and nuts. Yet fatigue, hormonal imbalance, digestive problems, stubborn weight gain, and thyroid dysfunction continue to rise.

In _How to Boost Metabolism With Food_, biochemist Benedicte Mai Lerche, MSc, PhD, explains how many commonly recommended foods can impair thyroid function, disrupt hormones, and reduce metabolic rate and cellular energy production.

This book also serves as a practical guide to a thyroid-supportive diet, helping readers understand how food influences metabolism, thyroid hormone function, and overall metabolic health.

Drawing on the research of thyroid expert Dr. Ray Peat, as well as her background in biochemistry, Dr. Lerche presents a clear, physiology-based approach to eating that supports metabolism rather than suppressing it.

Instead of restrictive dieting, you will learn how the right foods can help restore metabolic function, support thyroid health, improve digestion, balance hormones, and promote sustainable weight loss.

## In This Book, You Will Discover

-   Why polyunsaturated fats (seed oils) suppress metabolism
    
-   How saturated fats such as butter and coconut oil support thyroid function
    
-   The truth about cholesterol and heart health
    
-   How sugar, honey, and fruit can increase metabolic rate
    
-   Why excessive starch can destabilize blood sugar and promote fat gain
    
-   How the wrong fiber-rich foods can promote harmful gut bacteria
    
-   How Dr. Peat’s carrot salad supports digestive health
    
-   The crucial role of high-quality protein for metabolic health
    
-   The important differences between animal and plant protein sources
    
-   How dairy products can support metabolism and healthy weight loss
    
-   Why adequate salt intake supports energy, sleep, and stress resilience
    
-   Why excessive water intake may be harmful, especially for people with hypothyroidism
    
-   How coffee can stimulate metabolic rate
    
-   How to structure meals for optimal metabolic and hormonal function
    

## Practical Food Lists Included

-   Beneficial vs. harmful fats
    
-   Supportive vs. disruptive carbohydrates
    
-   High-quality vs. lower-quality protein options
    
-   Recommended vs. discouraged beverages
    

## Who This Book Is For

This book is for anyone experiencing symptoms of low metabolic function, including:

-   Fatigue and low energy
    
-   Brain fog
    
-   Digestive problems
    
-   Sleep disturbances
    
-   Hormonal imbalance
    
-   Stubborn weight gain
    
-   Joint and muscle pain
    
-   And much more
    

If you want to restore metabolic health, support thyroid function, balance your hormones, and increase your energy through the right foods, this book provides both the scientific explanation and the practical nutritional guidance you need.

## Healing Metabolism Series

This book is part of the _Healing Metabolism series by Dr. Benedicte Mai Lerche_, a four-book series on restoring thyroid function and metabolic health:

• _[How I Overcame Hypothyroidism](/books/how-i-overcame-hypothyroidism)_  
• _[Test Your Thyroid Function](/books/test-your-thyroid-function)_  
• _[How to Boost Metabolism With Food](/books/how-to-boost-metabolism-with-food)_  
• _[How to Use Thyroid Medication](/books/how-to-use-thyroid-medication)_

## What you'll learn

How many foods promoted as “healthy” actually suppress your metabolism Which foods enhance—and which suppress—thyroid function and overall metabolism How changing the fats you eat can significantly increase metabolic rate and promote weight loss How beneficial are sugars, honey, and ripe fruits in supporting the production of the active thyroid hormone T3 How many foods promoted as gut-friendly actually contribute to digestive problems How to heal IBS, SIBO, and other gut disorders by choosing the right fiber-rich foods How Dr. Peat’s well-known carrot salad supports gut health and hormonal balance How high cholesterol is linked to a slow metabolism—and how to correct it How to heal your gut through strategic food choices The critical role of high-quality protein in metabolic health How dairy products can accelerate metabolism and support weight loss? Why you may need more salt—not less—for optimal health Why you should stop drinking excessive amounts of water How coffee can increase metabolic rate and energy production How to plan meals for optimal metabolic and hormonal performance And much more!

## Formats & pricing
- E-book: 26.99
- Audiobook: 36.99

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