During the period when you are from 35 to 55 your body undergoes changing which is mostly not very profitable for you. It is hard to maintain normal body weight with age. At this age men and women live a sedentary way of life. Due to this they gain weight, their organism receives more calories and the muscles become stiff. All these factors assist in rapid weight gaining.
Also various physiological processes may lead to gaining extra pounds. At this age the amount of male hormone testosterone decreases which causes the diminishing of muscle mass, they are less flexible and it lowers the metabolic processes. It means that senior people should take less calories.
 If you have been keeping on a diet for many years and taking restricted amount of calories you will gain weight due to the reduction of testosterone when you become older. Some people start to consume only 1200 calories per day in order to overcome the fat increase. But it is not helpful at this age. Because this diminishing can lead to continuous metabolic rate reduction and your body will require more protein to create enzymes or antibodies. With age you should do more activities, eat healthy low calorie products and provide optimal nutrition for your organism.
You shouldn’t deny your meal course because it mat turn into overeating next time. If you can’t find the time to prepare healthy dishes you can substitute them by the fruits you like with a purpose to receive more energy. You are able to consume fruits as much as you can.
Most women gain extra pounds during a few years before the menopause. During this period the amount of estrogen is lowering. It is necessary to avoid the reduction of the calorie intake during this period. You should try to consume meals in small portions, but they need to be healthy and rich in nutrients, perform physical exercises to bound th weight gaining.
Of course the lowering of your metabolism at this age is closely connected with lifestyle changes. To overcome this process when you become a senior you can do regular exercises for maintaining your metabolism in norm.
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