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In case you’re wondering why women pack on
the pounds with menopause, it has to do with ovulation. Once
the female body stops ovulating, the body stops burning through
calories the way it does with a regular menstrual cycle. During
the ovulation process, you could blaze through up to 300 calories
a day during the first 10 days of the cycle.
After
the female body ceases ovulation, the metabolism slows down
significantly. Therefore, the body stops burning calories. Fortunately,
a few dietary adjustments can aid in maintaining your metabolic
rate. For example, adding extra protein to your diets can elevate
the body’s metabolic rate up to 25 percent. The consumption
of three to four ounces of fish, poultry, lamb or even beef
can help augment the metabolism.
Also, you
can get your daily dose of protein from beans, and eggs. But
be sure to continue including vegetables, fruits and whole grains
in your diet.
Now aside
from adding protein to your diet, calories should be reduced
as well. You must remember that as the body ages, the metabolic
rate loses speed. As a result, less caloric intake is needed.
For the inactive or sedentary individual, exercise becomes ever
so vital. Another downside to aging is the body loses muscle
mass and bone density. So sitting around, in a motionless position
and a lack of activity can accelerate the aging process.
Nevertheless,
exercise does not have to be a daunting task. Engage in activities
that require the body to be in motion. Instead of driving to
the mall, walk – especially if you live within a miles distance.
That’s roughly an hours worth of exercise without even trying.
For dog owner’s, it’s the opportunity to give Fido a good walk
and invigorating your body with movement.
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