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You are here: Home / Weight Loss / How to Lose Weight If You Are Over 40

How to Lose Weight If You Are Over 40

September 17, 2018 By Connie Odom

Metro MediSpa lose weightAs you grow old, you gain wisdom and a better understanding of yourself, but many people also gain weight. This situation is especially true after the age of forty. You not only gain extra weight, but it also becomes more difficult to shed those extra pounds. This difficulty is because the older you get, the slower your metabolism becomes. For women, add that falling estrogen levels during perimenopause and menopause make them want to eat more frequently than before and controlling weight becomes a real problem.

Many things are subject to change when you hit forty, but the basic tenets of successful weight loss stay the same. At Metro MediSpa, we understand this and is why we give people this detailed breakdown of the six ways you could lose and control your weight when you turn forty.

Eat Less

Regardless of the nutritious value of the food, you should eat small portions. If you don’t reduce the amount you consume, you won’t lose weight.

Set Small, Achievable Weight Loss Targets

When people set their hearts on losing weight, they always want to do it in a week. This result is not possible. Take a slow and steady approach that is sustainable. From this, you will build healthy habits, such as exercising and eating more veggies and stick with it. These habits will also help you stay leaner in the long term. Set a target of losing one or two pounds per week.

Don’t Skip Meals

Skipping meals isn’t advisable. Missing a meal signals your body to store calories instead of using them. Your body likes routine and reacts when set routines are interrupted.

Restructure Your Nutrients

Adopt a healthier eating lifestyle to help combat age-related problems. Reduce the number of carbs you indulge in and replace it with foods rich in proteins. This change helps because proteins slow down muscle loss while keeping your metabolism in check. Indulge in meals that consist of the following:

  • Vegetables and fruits
  • Proteins
  • Complex carbohydrates
  • Healthy fats

Eat Small, Frequent Meals

As aforementioned, women in their forties with falling estrogen levels have increased cravings to eat more. Help control this by dividing your food into moderately sized meals to be consumed throughout the day. This plan allows you to keep your blood sugar levels steady while combating the urge to indulge in unhealthy foods.

Become a Picky Eater

This step entails avoiding eating unless you have to. This method allows you to avoid ingesting extra calories that are a pain to shed. Becoming a more conscious eater helps limit when and what you put in your mouth.

This guide will help you burn more calories than you are ingesting which is vital for losing weight especially if you are in your forties.

If you need help to lose weight, contact Metro MediSpa  at 888-637-7228 or 910-599-9925.

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