Nutrition
Diet-Induced Thermogenesis Basics
Diet-induced thermogenesis is energy spent processing food—protein-rich meals cost slightly more to digest, but it is a small lever next to training and total intake.
Diet-induced thermogenesis basics describe the energy your body spends digesting, absorbing, and storing food—usually a modest slice of total daily burn, larger after protein-heavy meals than after fat-heavy ones. It does not replace training or sensible portions; chasing spicy foods or ice water for a metabolic miracle usually disappoints.
Spread protein across meals if you want a steady thermic bump without overeating.
Common questions
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Does eating more often speed metabolism?
Meal frequency has a small effect for most people. Total calories, protein distribution, and activity matter more than six versus three eating occasions.
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