Mallory Combs | Women’s Metabolism Coach on Instagram: "How to burn more calories with all the cardio Here’s how to naturally burn more calories without putting more stress on your body through tons of cardio ⬇️ 1️⃣Eat more protein Protein has the highest thermic effect of all nutrients — meaning your body burns more calories just digesting it. ➡️ Around 20–30% of protein’s calories are burned during digestion (vs 5–10% for carbs). Plus, it helps preserve muscle while keeping you fuller longer 2