The typical process is: You enter a command to ping a destination. DNS is used to determine the IP address (if needed). The routing table is consulted to find the next hop towards that destination. ARP is used to find the hardware address of the next hop.
It is claimed that certain foods and drinks can boost your metabolism, including green tea, black coffee, spices and energy drinks. The evidence behind these claims is flimsy, the effect on your metabolism is marginal at best and each person will respond differently to each product.
Exercise is a key ingredient to increase metabolism. The aerobic workouts burn more calories in the short term, and weight training builds the muscles that will boost your metabolism in the long run. During heavy physical exertion, the muscles may burn through as much as 3,000kJ (717 kcal) per hour.