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Read MoreFeel like you are in a slump? Can’t lose weight? Struggle to stay awake through the afternoon? Lacking motivation and time for exercise? You are not alone!
These are complaints I hear daily from patients. It’s true, our body at 40, 50, 60 and beyond is much different than our body at 25. But that doesn’t mean you won’t be able to achieve your health and wellness goals. Unfortunately, many women are going about this the wrong way. Fad diets, inappropriate supplementation and costly programs are just some of the strategies I hear. There is hope – here’s what you can try.
If you want to make changes, you need some data to learn where your body is at. Low vitamin D, adrenal issues, hormone changes? You need to know what is going before you try to change it with diet and lifestyle changes.
Don’t be swayed by fancy marketing tactics and do your research on the products you put into your body. It is important to discuss diet changes, especially elimination of food groups, and supplements with your provider. Your provider knows your health history and can check for contradictions.
Hormone changes lead to a decrease in lean body mass and muscle, especially in those who are not active. Incorporate protein into each meal and snack. Think meat, nuts & seeds, nut butters, beans, Greek yogurt or cheese.
Each person comes with their own health history, beliefs, financial situation, accessibility to food and more. Here’s what you can do now:
Finally, a word about weight loss. I try to remind patients that extra 20 pounds didn’t come on overnight, so you can’t expect it to come off in two weeks. Try these tips and start appreciating your body and everything it does for you.
If your wanting some help, reach out to a CHI Health Registered Dietitian or Integrative and Functional dietitian for help exploring this new world.
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