If you're over 40 and eating like you're in your 20s, it shouldn't be surprising if you gain weight. After the age of 25, a person's metabolism naturally slows by 5 percent every decade.
Metabolism is the process by which your body converts what you eat and drink into energy. During this process, the calories in food and drink combine with oxygen to release the energy your body needs to function. Your metabolic rate determines how quickly you burn calories, how quickly you lose weight, and how easily you can gain weight. WATCH THIS SHORT VIDEO
"A slowdown in metabolism is just one factor that contributes to weight gain after 40 years," says Francesca Marangel, DO, a physician at the Steward Health Care and Steward Medical Group. "Men and women also struggle with the loss of muscle mass that naturally comes with aging. In addition, women experience the hormonal changes associated with perimenopause and menopause, and many find that they gain 'belly fat'."
The good news is that these Three strategies can help you boost your metabolism in an effort to lose that extra weight.
Strength training and training.
Now is not the time for life to get stuck. Exercise regularly and incorporate strength training into your daily life to maintain and build muscle mass
Eat at the same time every day.
Eating well spaced meals at the same time lets your body know how to expect fuel on a regular basis, and prevents it from saving calories and storing fat.
Sleep more.
Sleeping at least seven hours each night can help maintain hormones that regulate hunger and satiety. Otherwise, you may crave sweet, fatty, and starchy foods. Also, if you don't sleep regularly, your body may not burn calories as efficiently.
Keeping your weight under control is not only important to match your favorite jeans; It is also important to reduce the risk of developing the disease.