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This dangerous equation can lead to heart disease, diabetes,
migraine and is even suspected to be the cause of some cancers.
You can slow down the aging process by performing rational
efficient strength training program that increases muscle mass and bone density.
Bodybuilding, or weight training, has very serious health and lifestyle benefits
that someone over the age of 40 should not ignore.
Middle age begins at age 41 and it can be a very interesting time. The kids
are older and maybe even out of the house. Your career and professional goals
are being met and life may start to slow down a bit. A slower pace may be nice,
but this isn't the time to decrease your physical activity or start eating to
many unhealthy foods at this time.
Weight gain in the abdomen is one of the most
common complaints of women whose hormones have begun to change signaling peri-menopause.
Age is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease including heart disease.
After menopause, the incidence of heart disease in women rises and eventually
virtually mirrors heart disease rates in men. Though heart disease once was
regarded as a "man's disease," it is the leading cause of death in both men and
women.
Sarcopenia
(pronounced sarko-peen-ya) is the "age-related" loss of muscle. The word comes
from the Greek, for "flesh reduction." Just like
osteoporosis and
arthritis,
"sarcopenia is a serious degenerative condition
that increases ones risks for falls and makes one more vulnerable to injury."
A little bit of exercise helps people improve their memory and brain function,
according to a new study. Exercise is recommended for weight loss, stress relief
and energy boosts -- and now, exercise may also be used as a weapon in the fight
against Alzheimer's Disease (AD).
A fit body can't be bought, but the good news is, women in middle life can build
muscle, gain strength, and increase their stamina and flexibility. They can
discard one of the common myths of aging: atrophy and crippling are not
inevitable.
Bone density naturally decreases with age, so the older you are, the more
risk increases for diseases such as osteoporosis, osteoarthritis and rheumatoid
arthritis. Sedentary women are also more at risk.
American College of Sports Medicine
and American Heart Association have provided physical activity
recommendations for adults and older adults
In old age, the metabolism of your body is
disturbed, immunity decrease and disease seem to attack simultaneously.
Read on....
Favourable
modification in the eating and exercise patterns of women aged 40
and over is likely to have a positive effect on their health.
Experts recommend these tips for coping with the physical,
nutritional, social, mental and emotional needs of women at 40. Read
on....
Menopause brings with it a wide range of
changes to a woman's body. Without doubt, exercise is the menopausal woman's best friend in
a way that it
allows to control your body and emotions by using your internal resources. Read
on....
 Health And Fitness
Needs Of Women at 50+
Recent studies indicate that between the ages of 30 & 70 many of the
symptoms & conditions that were traditionally associated with normal
aging are in fact the result of sedentary lifestyles. Read on....
Folic: The Great Protector
Folic
acid is critical to the overall synthesis, repair and protection of
DNA, the body's genetic blueprint molecules. Everyone's diet should
contain foods rich in folic acid. Read on....
Identifying High fat foods
The body
cannot produce fat on its own, it must be provided through dietary
intake. For these reasons you should enjoy some fats in your diet,
especially monounsaturated fats like olive oil. The key is
moderation--not elimination. Read on....
Exercise
for building better bones
The
optimal exercise regimen for preventing osteoporosis has yet to be
established, but these guidelines are based on our current state of
knowledge
Coping With Chronic Pain In And Out of the Bedroom
Women should
consult a doctor if they have joint pain. Your doctor can help you
and may recommend the following steps. Read on....
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