What To Eat In Our 40's And Beyond
Being in my 40's, I have noticed a big change in my metabolism. It's definitely slowing down with each passing decade. I remember being able to eat anything I wanted and not gain a pound. Now it seems as if one little fun night of splurging and I not only gain 2 or 3 pounds, but I feel sluggish, my face is puffy, and I usually have a headache. When many people gain weight or develop health conditions, they often believe they inherited the problem from their parents. I bet you've heard, "my relatives have it too". Although there are some fixed genetic traits such as eye or hair color, up to 80% of our genes are influenced by our environment, including our lifestyle choices. Life doesn't end in our 40's, it's just beginning again! Follow these tips and you'll see a younger, healthier you! Avoid high sugar foods and added sugar. Sugar can cause artificial dips and highs in energy and can be so addictive. Cut back on alcohol, as it has a simila...
