Your metabolism is at its peak around age 1.
According to research, metabolism peaks around age 1, when babies burn calories 50 percent faster than adults. After this peak, it gradually declines roughly 3 percent per year until around age 20.
Here's a summary of metabolism changes across the lifespan:
| Age Group | Metabolism Rate |
|---|---|
| Around Age 1 | Peak Metabolism (50% faster than adults) |
| Age 1 to 20 | Gradually declines roughly 3% per year |
| After Age 20 | Metabolism continues to decrease |
