14/09/2023
Maintaining weight with age
As you age, your metabolism slows down. This means that your body's ability to digest food and burn calories slows down. Elevated levels of body mass index ( BMI) in older adults can increase the likelihood of developing many health problems.
On the other hand, being underweight is also a problem. This also indicates a decline in overall health.
Healthy food choices enables us to stay active, energetic and healthy. Nutrient dense diet is the key to stay fit along with atleast 150 minutes of activity daily.
Consuming excess calories than required can lead to diseases such as,
Heart diseases
Obesity
High Cholestrol
Blood Pressure
Diabetes
Stroke
Dietary requirements alter with age and physical activity.
Getting the right kind of nutrition is essential for healthy living.