A low metabolism is often associated with a low thyroid or adrenal fatigue. A couple of lab tests (the thyroid is standard, the adrenal fatigue needs a naturopathic doctor or a really up-to-date regular doc). These possibilities should be ruled out by a visit to your doctor.

If you want to temporarily raise metabolism, a number of different ways present themselves:

Exercise-may raise the metabolism for as much as 24 hours.

Supplements- everyone\'s favorite is caffeine, but a number of other things can do the same thing.

Stress- most of us walk around with elevated metabolisms.

Eating right, getting enough sleep, taking care of yourself - my favorite, because of the number of people I see walking around with sleep deprivation.

I hope this is helpful. Christopher Maloney, Naturopathic Doctor Augusta and Portland, Maine www.maloneymedical.com Individualized research available for a fee. Informational only, I cannot treat or diagnose via the web.